NAqF Names 35 Coaches for IOC Solidarity Course in Lagos
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF) has named 35 swimming coaches to participate in the IOC Solidarity Swimming Coaches Course, scheduled for September 15–20, 2026, in Lagos. The five-day coaching programme is being organised under the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Olympic Solidarity programme, in collaboration with the Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) and the […]
Fatodu elected to Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Board
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, NAqF, Hon. Lekan Fatodu, has been elected into the Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Board, marking another significant milestone for Nigerian aquatics. The Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Board comprises 22 countries across West and Central Africa, and Fatodu’s election is expected to strengthen Nigeria’s voice in the […]
Ojez Celebrates Heroics of Team Nigeria Swimmers in Glasgow
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Sports philanthropist and South-East representative on the board of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF), Joseph Odobeatu, popularly known as Ojez, has joined the President of the federation, Hon. Lekan Fatodu, in welcoming Team Nigeria’s swimmers home following their impressive outing at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. In line with the […]
Fatodu Hails Swimmers After Impressive Glasgow Campaign
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF), Hon. Lekan Fatodu, has praised Nigeria’s swimmers for their impressive performances at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, describing their outing as a major step forward for the country’s aquatics programme. Fatodu gave special recognition to Abduljabar Adama, who reached the final of the […]
Joseph Odobeatu Offers Cash Incentives to Nigerian Swimmers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso South-East Representative on the Board of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF), Joseph Odobeatu Anayo, popularly known as Ojez, has announced cash rewards of up to 2,000 US dollars for Nigerian swimmers who win medals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, scheduled to hold from July 23 to August 2, 2026. […]
Fatodu Backs Nigerian Swimmers for Commonwealth Glory
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF), Lekan Fatodu, has charged Nigeria’s swimming representatives to be worthy ambassadors of the nation and the federation at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The Nigerian quartet of Abduljabar Adama, Clinton Opute, Collins Ebinga and Dorcas Oka are currently in the final phase of […]
NAqF President Hails Police Support for Commonwealth Swimmers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Aquatics Federation(NAqF) has hailed the Nigeria Police Force for releasing two of its elite swimmers, Corporal Collins Ebinga and Corporal Dorcas Oka, to represent Team Nigeria at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, scheduled for July 23 to August 2. President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, Lekan Fatodu, described […]
NAqF Earns Continental Honour, Wins Three Medals
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF) has earned continental recognition after Africa Aquatics named Nigeria the Fastest Developing Federation in Africa at the close of the 17th Africa Aquatics Championships in Oran, Algeria. The honour capped a strong performance by Team Nigeria at the championships held from 5 to 10 May 2026, where […]
NAqF Unveils Swimming Programmes, Emphasises Grassroots Development
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The President of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation (NAqF), Chamberlain Dunkwu, has unveiled a comprehensive lineup of national swimming programmes and competitions scheduled for 2026, reaffirming the federation’s commitment to grassroots development and long-term growth of the sport. The announcement was made on Monday during a press briefing held […]
NAqF Unveils 2026 Swimming Calendar to Boost Sports Tourism
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Nigeria Aquatics Federation’s 2026 calendar is expected to boost sports tourism, with swimming competitions, training programmes and governance activities scheduled across more than ten Nigerian cities throughout the year. The Federation on Monday unveiled its 2026 Programme of Activities, outlining a comprehensive lineup of national championships, age-grade competitions, certification courses and […]