IBUDO ACADEMY
WHO? CHILDREN FROM 6 YEARS OF AGE AND ABOVE
IBUDO ACADEMY IS A SPORT ACADEMY FOCUSING PURELY ON DEVELOPING THE GAME OF RUGBY IN NIGERIA IT IS OPEN (AT ACADEMY LEVEL) FOR U19, U16 AND U13.
Rugby needs to be included. Several states have upped their game. .rising have worked hard over the years to grow the game. Let's nit waste these efforts.
😊 Happy Birthday to an incredible rugby coach and inventor! 🎉
Your dedication to developing kids through rugby and education is truly inspiring. From coaching at schools to leading the National Team, your impact is felt far and wide. You're not just a coach, you're a mentor, a role model, and a catalyst for growth.
Here's to another year of scoring tries, breaking barriers, and empowering the next generation!
Wishing you a day as amazing as you are! 🎂 🎉
05/02/2026
😊 Happy Birthday to an incredible rugby coach and inventor! 🎉
Your dedication to developing kids through rugby and education is truly inspiring. From coaching at schools to leading the National Team, your impact is felt far and wide. You're not just a coach, you're a mentor, a role model, and a catalyst for growth.
Here's to another year of scoring tries, breaking barriers, and empowering the next generation!
Wishing you a day as amazing as you are! 🎂 🎉
10/01/2026
RUGBY OPEN TRIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
We are pleased to announce an Open Rugby Trial scheduled to hold on:
🗓 Date: 25th January
📍 Venue: [CMS GRAMMAR SCHOOL]
⏰ Time: [1:00PM]
This trial is open to aspiring and passionate rugby players who are ready to showcase their skills, fitness, discipline, and commitment to the game. It is an opportunity to be identified, developed, and potentially selected for upcoming competitions and programmes.
Who can attend:
Rugby players seeking progression
Athletes interested in transitioning into rugby
Players willing to learn, compete, and grow
What to bring:
Training kit and boots
Water bottle
Positive mindset and readiness to perform
Come prepared, be disciplined, and give your best.
Your journey in rugby could start here.
10/12/2025
Rugby energy loading… This Sunday we step out with passion and power. Check the flier for venue details! 💚🏉
15/11/2025
🏆2025 IRL Golden Boot long list (women)
📋Players selected on international performances
⭐Panel of women's international greats to choose winner.
📰Full details: https://bit.ly/49rgmMH
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15/11/2025
🏆2025 IRL Golden Boot | Proud day for the MEA region! 🌍🏉
Two phenomenal athletes — Faustina Akeje and Rachel Illiya — from Nigeria Rugby League have been named on the 2025 IRL Women’s Golden Boot Long List. 🇳🇬✨
Their journey from the heart of Africa to global recognition is a powerful reminder of what passion, resilience, and belief can achieve. These women have carried the dreams of a region, proving that MEA talent can stand tall on the world stage. 🙌🏾
Today, we don’t just celebrate two players — we celebrate every girl in the MEA region who dares to dream big. 💫
📰Full details: https://bit.ly/49rgmMH
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15/11/2025
15/11/2025
We're excited to partner with Nigeria Rugby League and sponsor the jerseys for the men's and women's teams competing in Ghana! This partnership will help grow rugby league in Nigeria and support our talented players. We've already developed several national team players, and we're looking forward to working with NRLA to produce world-class U19 players for international tournaments in 2026 and beyond.
A heartfelt thank you to IBUDO ACADEMY for their incredible support to our Green Falcons and Green Hawks on their journey to Ghana! Your commitment to nurturing young talent continues to inspire greatness. We move forward, stronger together! 💚🏉🇳🇬
Congrats, lads, on winning the SW League Playoffs 20-16.
It was a hard fought game with a narrow win.
We look forward to the National Championships later in the year!
A big thanks to and for providing the formidable venue.
A big thanks to for their support, which went a long way on the day!
08/10/2025
🏉 Get Ready for Impact!
Join us on October 11th at 10am at Alaro City Rugby Pitch (), Lekki-Epe Expressway, Lagos for an electrifying Rugby Showdown as take on in the SW League Playoff. Both teams part of the Ibudo Family.
Power. Passion. Team Spirit. Don’t miss the action! 💪🔥
Huge shoutout to .plc for sponsoring Ibudo Rugby Association for the Playoffs! Your support is getting us ready to take the field! Thanks to your donation, we'll be rolling up in style with both teams.
07/10/2025
Team.Nigeria brought down Ghana Jollof
Weldone team Nigeria