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Nigeria Unveils 16‑Player Squad for Inaugural IHF Women’s Nations Trophy Africa Zone III
WHY IT MATTERS
Nigeria’s entry into the first Africa Zone III tournament could raise the profile of women’s handball in the country and set a benchmark for future international competition.
What happened
Coach Michael Taangahar announced a 16‑player roster for Nigeria’s senior women’s handball team ahead of the inaugural IHF Women’s Nations Trophy Africa Zone III, set for September 2‑6, 2026, in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso.
The squad has been training for several weeks at the Indoor Sports Hall, Package B of the MKO.
The selection marks Nigeria’s first participation in this new continental competition, positioning the team to compete against other African nations in a format that could elevate the sport’s visibility across the region.
PRIMARY SOURCES
Taangahar unveils squad for IHF Women’s Nations tourney
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