Vice President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Babatunde Omisore, has expressed strong optimism about the future of Nigeria’s men’s and women’s national volleyball teams, declaring that the federation has now put the right structures in place to build long-term success.
Speaking with confidence, Omisore said both programmes are undergoing a major transformation, driven by improved coaching, better planning, and a renewed commitment to youth development.
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“The future is very bright for Nigerian volleyball. We now have structures that will help both the men and women grow,” he stated.
Omisore highlighted that the plan is not only to maintain the progress of the men’s team — who have enjoyed rising continental respect — but also to build a formidable women’s team capable of competing consistently at African and international levels.
“We want the women’s team to match the men’s success. That is our mission. And we’re putting in the work to make it happen,” he said.
He acknowledged, however, that more work still lies ahead, insisting that development must be continuous, not seasonal.
“There is still a lot to be done. Development is ongoing, it doesn’t stop. We must keep improving at both levels,” he added.
According to Omisore, the federation has already begun implementing targeted programmes such as youth academies, advanced coaching seminars, domestic leagues restructuring, and increased international exposure for national team players.
“We are focusing heavily on youth. That is the foundation. If the grassroots is strong, the national teams will always be strong,” he explained.
He also emphasised the importance of giving players consistent competitive opportunities, both locally and abroad, to bridge the gap between Nigerian volleyball and global standards.
“Competition sharpens players. With more tournaments and better exposure, our athletes will improve faster,” he noted.
Omisore maintained that volleyball in Nigeria is entering a new era, one built on planning rather than luck, structure rather than improvisation, and long-term growth rather than quick fixes.
He concluded with a confident outlook: “Nigeria will soon be a major force in African volleyball. We’re building something strong, and the results will show.”
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