The First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria and grand patron of the2025 African Women’s Volleyball Club championship Senator Oluremi Tinubu has led other dignitaries to see the grand finale of the tournament in a colourful closing ceremony.
After 14 days of far-reaching spikes, unbelievable volleys, highly contested rallies, well calculated blocks and touchline saves, the curtains finally came down on the tournament in Abuja with 3 times consecutive champions, Zamalek Club of Egypt once again clinching the cup.
The First Lady who witnessed the tension-soaked final match between Zamalek and Al-Akly commended all competing teams for the excellent skills displayed.
“To our champions, Zamalek Club, on behalf of Nigeria and the entire Continent of Africa, I say congratulations. Your victory today was earned through countless hours of practice, teamwork and perseverance. We all can attest to it that your journey to this podium began long before this tournament, in community courts, in early morning training sessions, and in moments when you chose to push forward despite exhaustion and doubt. Today, you have reaped the rewards of that investment and commitment”.
An evidently impressed First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu commended Nigeria Customs Service for delivering a world class competition.
She said the success of the tournament is indicative of how Nigeria and Africa by extension can be a force in international volleyball.
Zamalek Club took the first set 29-27 after a heated contest, Al-Akly returned strongly to take the second set 22-25. Zamalek then claimed the third 25-20 before fighting off a serious challenge from their opponents to win the fourth set which confirmed their third consecutive African title.
KPC of Kenya finished third after overcoming Carthage of Tunisia in straight sets in the third-place play-off.
A total of 16 Clubs from various African Countries contested in the 14 days 2025 African Women’s Volleyball Club Tournament hosted in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory.
