The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) male handball team has soared to victory, emerging champions of the 2025 National Handball Division One League held in Umuahia, Abia State.
In an impressive display of skill and resilience, the NAF team played eight matches, winning seven.
It was a remarkable performance that secured their promotion to the elite Nigerian Handball Premier League.
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Their fighting spirit shone brightest in the semi-finals, where they overturned a halftime deficit to defeat Bayelsa 21–18, before sealing a historic maiden triumph in the final.
This victory reflects the players’ dedication, discipline, and teamwork, made possible by the unwavering support of the Chief of the Air Staff, Air Marshal Hasan Abubakar.
His sustained commitment to sports development within the NAF has fostered an enabling environment for excellence.
Speaking on behalf of the chief of air staff, the Chief of Administration, Air Vice Marshal Idi Sani, commended the team and praised Group Captain Ademide Adeyeye, Director of Sports and Physical Education, for their outstanding performance.
He further underscored the chief of air staff’s priority on improving the physical fitness of personnel, highlighting ongoing efforts to expand and upgrade sporting facilities across NAF units.
The NAF’s success in Umuahia underscores the NAF’s broader commitment to personnel welfare, physical fitness, and professional excellence.
This maiden handball title is a proud moment for the Nigerian Air Force, reflecting on the vision of developing well-rounded personnel capable of distinction in service and sport alike.
” Congratulations to the NAF Male Handball Team for flying the flag high and for earning a deserved place among Nigeria’s sporting elite.”
