By Anthony Nwachukwu
Comptroller Frank Onyeka of the Tincan Island Port Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has affirmed the NCS’ unwavering commitment to youth development and grassroots sports promotion under the leadership of the Comptroller-General of Customs, Bashir Adeniyi.
Onyeka, who spoke during a courtesy call by the Nigerian Professional Wrestling Federation (NPWF), said the agency has consistently supported various sporting initiatives across the country and will continue to collaborate with stakeholders committed to national development through sports, according to a statement from the Command Public Relations Officer, CSC Oscar Ivara.
The NPWF National President, John Uche, had disclosed that the delegation came to formally inform the command of the upcoming African International Wrestling Championship billed for October 18 to 19, 2025, at the Dr. Alex Ekwueme Square in Awka, Anambra State.
According to him, the international event will feature wrestling legends and emerging talents from Nigeria, the United States, United Kingdom, France and several African nations.
Uche explained that the championship aims at showcasing Nigeria’s untapped wrestling potential, while also serving as a platform to empower over 100 Nigerian youths through grassroots development programmes.
He listed the federation’s broader objectives to include curbing youth restiveness, reducing poverty and creating sustainable job opportunities through sporting events.
The high point of the visit was the unveiling and formal presentation of the championship trophy and award of excellence to the Customs Area Controller, symbolising partnership and mutual commitment to the success of the tournament.
