Africa Cup Sevens: Seven Debutants in NigeriaAfrica’s Rugby 7s Squad for Mauritius

By Iyojo Ameh

Nigeria Rugby Sevens head coach, Steve Lewis, has announced his squad for the Africa Cup Sevens Tournament, which will take place over two weekends from June 26 to July 8 in Mauritius.

The squad features significant changes, including the absence of co-captains Declan Nwachukwu (center) and Olukolade Awobowale (winger), both sidelined due to injuries.

“This is an exciting new squad for Nigeria 7s, with seven debutants eager to make a name for themselves in Mauritius against the best teams in Africa,” said Coach Lewis.

“We want to finish with strong momentum to help us prepare for the next season,” stated Nigeria Rugby President, Dr. Ademola Are.

In Pool A, the Stallions Sevens will compete against Kenya, Madagascar, and host team Mauritius.

Pool B includes Uganda, Burkina Faso, Tunisia, and Côte d’Ivoire, while Pool C features Zimbabwe, Zambia, Ghana, and Algeria.

Nigeria Sevens Team for Mauritius Tournaments:

Akpabio Samuel
Dodo Boluwatife
Sam Esukuloh
John Daniel
Richard Adeniyi-Jones
Macaulay Ogheneloyeme
Aniebonam David
Odunlami Oluwadara
Ilube Matthew
Henry-Ajudua Frederick
Etim Gabriel
Obano Oghenesuvwe Osereme
Kitto Oliver Lewis
Anthony John-Oluwatobiloba