A BRIEF HISTORY OF NIGERIA RUGBY
Rugby Union was first introduced into Nigeria by the British Empire. For a number of years the game was dominated by white settlers and expatriates, and to an extent, a number of expatriate oil workers still play here. A number of Nigerian people have immigrated to the UK, and there is a London Nigerian Rugby Club. Rugby union in Nigeria is a minor but growing sport. We are currently ranked 70th in the world by World Rugby our previous ranking was 69th in the world prior to the 2022 Africa Cup.
RUGBY IN NIGERIA
Teenagers from tough neighborhoods have very poor education and employment forecasts. We are making moves to turn this around by taking Rugby and its values to them
RUGBY IN NIGERIA
Through partnership with the Ministry of Youth & Sports Development, we can secure the future of the Get into Rugby project in Nigeria.
RUGBY IN NIGERIA
Investment is needed for world class training and education of our youths and monthly payment of stipends to trained rugby coaches to work full time in schools and communities
RUGBY IN NIGERIA
The ethos and values of Rugby Union are pillars for young men and women throughout their education, work and family. Rugby teaches discipline, confidence, communication and teamwork.
RUGBY IN NIGERIA
Rugby, can ease the transition tremendously, helping children and young adults make friends that can last a lifetime across different countries of the world
“Nigerians are a natural fit for Rugby. It goes beyond boys and girls having fun with an ovalball. It is about building character based on the values of Integrity, Discipline, Respect,Teamwork and Passion”
- Dr Ademola Are
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