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02/10/2026

📢 NUGA Updates | Council Meeting at UNICAL

The Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) is set to convene its Council Meeting at the University of Calabar (UNICAL), Calabar, Cross River State, from 21–22 October 2026.

The meeting will bring together Chairmen and Directors of Sports from member institutions to review the association’s activities, discuss upcoming competitions, accreditation processes, championship organisation and strategies for strengthening university sports administration.

Members are expected to arrive on 20 October, with departure scheduled for 23 October 2026.

The meeting will provide a platform for institutional collaboration, shared experiences and coordinated planning towards the continued development of university sports in Nigeria.

02/10/2026

🌿🏆 Hello September | NUGA Digest

September was a month of continental competition, campus engagement and new opportunities for university sport.

The 12th All Africa University Games brought student-athletes and university delegations from across Africa to Cairo, Egypt, from 9 September, celebrating sporting unity under the theme “One Flame, One Continent.”

The month also marked the 10th anniversary of the International Day of University Sport on 20 September. Across Nigeria, NUGA, universities and student sports communities commemorated the occasion through the IDUS Nigeria 10KM Challenge and campus initiatives promoting physical activity, inclusion, wellbeing and unity.

Attention also turned to the 15th West African University Games (WAUG) 2026, hosted by Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, from 2 to 12 October, bringing together over 3,500 athletes and officials from 16 West African countries across 17 sporting disciplines.

Beyond competition, the Changchun 2027 FISU World Conference opened opportunities for research and innovation in university sport, while a free online course on Sport for Sustainable Development highlighted the role of sport in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals. Upcoming NUGA Council Meeting...

Across Nigerian campuses, sporting activities continued, while LASUED’s Florence Member earned gold in the women’s 67kg Taekwondo event at the All Africa University Games in Cairo, marking another milestone in her athletic journey.

From international competition to campus initiatives, September reflected the continued growth of university sport through preparation, participation and sustained engagement.

More competition.
More inclusion.
More opportunities.
More impact.

Explore the September edition of The NUGA Digest, featuring updates and stories from across our university sports community.

🌐 www.nuga.com.ng

02/10/2026

📢 Press Release | NUGA Updates

University Sports Continue to Thrive Across Nigerian Campuses

University sports activities continued across Nigerian campuses in September 2026, with institutions and student leaders organising competitions, fitness initiatives and recreational activities that encouraged participation and community engagement.

Recent highlights include:

At BOUESTI, the BOUESTI Marathon 2026 took place on 8 September, promoting fitness and student participation through athletics.

At the University of Cross River State (UNICROSS), the Blazers Olympics Cup 0.2 reached its finals, featuring nine teams in a competition dedicated to late student leaders and sports officials.

At Federal University Otuoke (FUO), the 2026/2027 VC/SUG Cup and Olympic Games were announced, featuring football, volleyball, basketball, athletics, chess, Scrabble and more.

At Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), the SUG Games 2026, themed “Legacy,” brought teams together ahead of the competition.

At Federal University Oye-Ekiti (FUOYE), preparations began for the 2026/2027 Champions League, featuring 36 teams across three campuses. FUOYE Dazzlers also competed in the Oye Local Government Football League.

At Federal University Lokoja (FUL), the 2026 Inter-Faculty Football Competition concluded with the VC's Cup finals on 17 September.

At FUTO, the IDUS Nigeria 10KM Challenge took place on 20 September under the theme “One Global Movement,” promoting fitness and active participation.

The National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) also marked IDUS 2026, encouraging campus mobilisation and promoting unity, resilience and healthy living.

Looking ahead, the Ikogosi Marathon opened registration for its 17.5KM Race, scheduled for 31 October 2026.

These initiatives highlight the role of university sports in promoting competition, fitness, leadership and community engagement across Nigerian campuses.

02/10/2026

📢 NUGA Updates | Sport for Sustainable Development: Free Online Course 🌍📚

Sport is more than competition. It is a powerful tool for advancing sustainable development, promoting social inclusion, improving health and education, supporting gender equality, creating employment opportunities and contributing to peacebuilding.

The International Platform on Sport and Development (sportanddev), the Commonwealth Secretariat and the Australian Government have collaborated to develop Sport for Sustainable Development: Designing Effective Policies and Programmes, a free Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) hosted on FutureLearn.

The course explores how sport can contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), while examining its potential, limitations and practical applications in development.

Designed for government officials, sports organisations, policymakers, practitioners, academics, students, volunteers and civil society professionals, the course provides practical guidance on designing, implementing and evaluating sport-based policies and programmes.

📚 Course Highlights

The eight-week course covers:
🔹 Sport, Development and Change
🔹 Sport and the Sustainable Development Goals
🔹 Strategy, Policy and Governance
🔹 Human Rights, Inclusion and Context
🔹 Programme Design and Planning
🔹 Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
🔹 Mobilising People, Partners and Resources
🔹 Decision-Making and Next Steps

Participants will also explore key concepts in disability inclusion, safeguarding, good governance, human rights and peacebuilding, while learning how to measure the impact of sport-based initiatives.

🌍 What Participants Will Gain

By the end of the course, learners are expected to be able to:
▪️ Align sport and development objectives with national and international priorities.
▪️ Demonstrate sport’s contribution to sustainable development using evidence.
▪️ Develop theories of change and programme logic.
▪️ Apply best-practice approaches to policy and programme development.
▪️ Collaborate effectively with stakeholders in sport and development.

🎓 Course Details

📌 Duration: 8 weeks
⏳ Study Commitment: Approximately 3 hours per week
💻 Format: Fully online
🌐 Languages: English, French, Spanish and Arabic
💰 Cost: Free, including a free digital upgrade
📜 Certificate: PDF Certificate of Achievement for learners who complete at least 90% of the course steps and all assessments.

Learners can enrol at any time and join an international learning community, engaging in discussions, peer reviews, quizzes and activities with course educators and fellow participants.

The course features contributions from specialists including Melissa Palombi, a Sport for Development specialist working in the Asia-Pacific region; Dr Ben Farai Sanders, Executive Director of sportanddev; and Dr Lin Sambili-Gicheha, a Sport for Development and Peace expert contributing to the Commonwealth’s work in mobilising sport for health, education, employment and economic development.

With more than 10,000 enrolments and a 4.9 rating from 108 reviews on FutureLearn, the course offers learners an opportunity to strengthen their knowledge and practical skills in using sport as a tool for sustainable development.

For university sports administrators, policymakers, researchers, student-athletes, volunteers and development practitioners, the course provides insights into how sport can support inclusive communities, effective policies and lasting social impact.

📌 Enrol for Free:
https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/sport-for-sustainable-development

Read more: 🌐 www.nuga.com.ng

01/10/2026

📢 NUGA Updates | Changchun 2027 FISU World Conference 🌍

The International University Sports Federation (FISU) has opened abstract submissions for the Changchun 2027 FISU World Conference, taking place from 16–18 January 2027 in Changchun, China, alongside the Winter Universiade.

Under the theme “University Sport in Action: Innovation, Education and Sustainability at the Heart of the Winter Universiade,” the conference will bring together researchers, educators and university sport experts to explore the role of university sport in research, education, innovation and sustainability.

The conference will focus on three subthemes:
🔹 University Sport as a Living Laboratory — Research in ice and snow sports science and multiculturalism.
🔹 University Sport, Education and Dual Careers — Integrating academic education with athletic development.
🔹 Future Ecosystem — Innovation-driven and sustainable development of university sport.

Researchers and interested participants are invited to submit abstracts for oral or poster presentations.

The registration fee for presenting authors is CNY 518, covering conference lunches, coffee breaks, a gift pack, cultural activities and a printed certificate. Travel and accommodation costs are the responsibility of participants.

📅 First-Round Payment Deadline: 15 October 2026, 20:00 (China Standard Time). Accepted authors must complete payment before the deadline to confirm participation.

Participants are encouraged to check their paper acceptance status through the registration portal. Papers marked “Under Review” are not yet provisionally accepted.

For abstract submissions, registration and further details, visit:
🔗 https://www.fisu.net/events/changchun-2027-fisu-world-conference/

Read more: 🌐 www.nuga.com.ng

01/10/2026

Titan of the Week | Throwback Titan Thursday

Meet Enoch Adegoke, a Nigerian sprinter and Alumnus of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, who has made his mark in African and international athletics.

Specialising in the 100 metres, Adegoke rose through the ranks with impressive performances, establishing himself as one of Nigeria’s notable sprint talents and earning opportunities to represent the country on the global stage.

His achievements include:

🥇 African U20 Champion — 100m, Abidjan 2019, with a time of 10.29 seconds

🥇 Gold Medalist — 4x100m relay, African U20 Championships, 2019

🥈 Silver Medalist — 4x100m relay, African Championships, Asaba 2018

🏅 7th Place — 100m final, 2018 Commonwealth Games, Gold Coast

🥇 National Champion — Men's 100m, Nigerian Championships, 2021

🏆 West African University Games Champion — 100m, 2018, setting a record time of 10.21 seconds

🌍 Olympic Finalist — Men's 100m, Tokyo 2020

⚡ Personal Best — 9.98 seconds in the 100m, set at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics

A defining moment in Adegoke’s career came at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games, where he made history by reaching the men's 100m final. He clocked a personal best of 9.98 seconds in the heats, becoming one of the Nigerian sprinters to break the 10-second barrier. He went on to finish second in his semi-final in 10.00 seconds, securing his place among the world's fastest men.

Although a hamstring injury forced him to pull up during the final, his journey to the Olympic final marked a significant milestone for Nigerian sprinting and made him the first Nigerian man in 25 years to reach the Olympic men's 100m final, since Atlanta 1996.

Beyond Tokyo, Adegoke has continued to demonstrate determination and resilience, returning to competition and pursuing new opportunities to represent Nigeria.

His journey reflects the dedication, discipline, and perseverance required to compete at the highest level. From university athletics to the Olympic stage, Adegoke's achievements remain an inspiration to aspiring sprinters and student-athletes.

30/09/2026

| Winning Women Wednesday

Winning Women Wednesday celebrates women who have shaped sports through excellence, resilience, and lasting impact.

Today, we spotlight Florence Member, a final-year student-athlete at Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), studying Hospitality and Tourism Management in the Department of Home Economics.

A professional Taekwondo athlete from Bayelsa State, Florence represents the Nigerian National Team, is ranked No. 1 in her weight category in Nigeria, and competes internationally. She is also contract staff with the Bayelsa State Sports Council.

Her achievements include:

🥇 Gold — All African University Games, Cairo 2026
🥇 Gold — 2026 National Trials, Ogun State
🥈 Silver — 2025 National Sports Festival, Ogun State
🥈 Silver — 2024 All Africa University Games, Lagos (Taekwondo)
🥉 Bronze — 2024 All Africa University Games, Lagos (Badminton)
🥇 Gold — 2025 FISU Trials, UNIJOS
🌍 Represented LASUED at the FISU World University Games in Germany, Women's -67kg
🏅 2-time Naija International Open medalist (Silver and Bronze)
🏆 Best Player — 2023 Female Championship, Lagos State, Women's -67kg

At the recently concluded All African University Games in Cairo, Florence delivered another standout performance, winning gold for LASUED and Nigeria. 🇳🇬🥇

From university competitions to the international stage, her journey reflects the dedication, discipline, and ambition required to excel. She continues to inspire young women across Africa to pursue their sporting dreams and reach for greater heights.

At NUGA, we celebrate Florence and the women whose achievements continue to make an impact in sports.

Congratulations, Florence Member! 🥋🇳🇬💚

The journey continues. The next goal: the Olympics. 🥇

Read more at: www.nuga.com.ng

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29/09/2026

| Thought & Engagement

Where tactics meet intellect, handball takes center stage. 🤾‍♂️🧠

Handball isn’t just about speed and strength. It’s a game of tactics, timing, space, and decision-making. Every pass, movement, and decision matters.

Speed gets you there. Tactics win the moment.

Today’s focus: Think Fast. Move Smart. Play Tactically.

From creating space to choosing the right pass, every movement can change the game. Success on the court is not just about physical ability, but about reading the play, making quick decisions, and knowing when to act.

Because handball is more than a physical game.
It’s a battle of tactics and intelligence.

It’s not just about playing the game.
It’s about thinking it.

Tag a teammate who understands the game beyond the ball 👇

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29/09/2026

🏊🏽‍♀️🏆 3 DAYS TO GO!

The countdown continues to the 2026 West Africa University Games! 🎓🔥

University sport, competition, talent and regional connection, all coming together in Ile-Ife. 🌍

3 days. One region. One university sports movement.

28/09/2026

| NUGA

Mega Facts Monday is where we uncover the mind-blowing realities behind sports performance, university games, and athletic excellence.

Today’s theme: WAUG 2026. 🏆

Did you know 👇
🏆 The 2026 Games are the 15th edition, hosted at OAU, Ile-Ife
🌊 The WAUG 2026 mascot, Ori-Olokun, draws inspiration from Yoruba heritage and symbols associated with Ile-Ife
🎨 The official WAUG 2026 logo was designed by a University of Lagos student

WAUG 2026 is not just about competition, it’s also a celebration of university sport, culture, heritage, and student creativity.

Now you know 😉

Tag a teammate who needs to see this 👇

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