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Orbih returns for third stint as Nigeria badminton boss

By Daily Sports Nigeria on March 4, 2026

Francis Orbih has been re-elected president of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria for a third consecutive term, emerging unopposed at the federation’s elective congress held in Abuja on Monday.

Orbih secured all 13 votes cast during the congress, which took place at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium.

Adamu Lawan was also elected vice president.

In his acceptance speech, Orbih congratulated the newly elected board members and expressed confidence in their ability to collectively move Nigerian badminton to greater heights.

“I want to congratulate the entire board, and I am confident that we are going to deliver,” Orbih said.

“There is a lot of work to be done. We have recorded modest achievements in the past, and it is time to build on them and consolidate our gains to take the federation to greater heights.”

Calling for unity and collaboration, Orbih urged stakeholders to play active roles in strengthening the federation’s programmes and expanding the sport’s reach across the country.

“I am counting on all of you to come on board because I cannot do it alone. Let us join hands to take the federation to a level where we will be the envy of other sporting federations in Nigeria,” he added.

“We have work to do, and everyone must contribute to the growth and development of the federation.”

Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, congratulated Orbih on his re-election and commended the federation for conducting a crisis-free electoral process.

“I want to congratulate the board members for unanimously re-electing Francis Orbih and for conducting a crisis-free election,” Dikko said.

He urged the president to consolidate on the gains recorded during his previous tenures and intensify efforts over the next four years.

“Orbih has done well and deserves to be re-elected as a member of the African and world bodies.

“He has taken on a huge responsibility by presenting himself as president of the BFN, and he has no choice but to continue his good work,” Dikko added.

Source Punch Ng

Posted March 4, 2026