Umuahia is the centre of national volleyball action as Abia State hosts the 2026 National Division 1 & 2 Volleyball League Finals for male and female teams from November 12 to
The 11-day championship, organised by the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF) in collaboration with the Abia State Sports Council, brings together top volleyball teams from across the country to compete for promotion, glory and national honours.
The competition, which is taking place at the Umuahia Township Stadium, is expected to provide an exciting platform for the participating teams to showcase their talents and battle for supremacy in the two divisions.
The hosting of the national championship further underscores the Abia State Government’s commitment to sports development under the leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, whose administration has continued to promote sports as a tool for youth empowerment, talent discovery and development.
The governor’s commitment to repositioning the state is driven by his vision, *”I can and I will make Abia Great.”*
The championship is being held under the leadership of the President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation and Chairman of the CAVB Beach Volleyball Commission, Engr. Musa Nimrod, alongside the Abia State Commissioner for Sports and Youth Development, Sir Nwaobilor Ananaba; Director of Sports, Comrade George Obioma; and Chairperson of the Abia State Volleyball Association, Mrs Ngozi Nicolas.
Meanwhile, the Abia State Sports Council has called on sports enthusiasts, youths, students, schools and members of the general public to turn out in large numbers to witness the exciting volleyball action and rally support for Team Abia.
Matches are scheduled to commence at 12 noon daily at the Umuahia Township Stadium.
