World Rugby, in collaboration with the Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), is set to host a specialist seminar focusing on coaching, medical care, and match officiating in Abuja. The event, which aims to strengthen the technical and administrative aspects of rugby in Nigeria, will run from October 1st to October 5th, 2024. The seminar will bring together key stakeholders, with educators from both World Rugby and Rugby Africa leading various sessions.
The seminar kicks off with participant arrivals on Monday, September 30th, and officially begins on Tuesday, October 1st. Over the first three days (October 1st to 3rd), participants will engage in an intensive curriculum covering vital areas such as medical treatment for rugby injuries, advanced coaching techniques, match officiating protocols, and strength & conditioning (S&C). These sessions aim to improve the participants’ technical know-how and overall understanding of the sport.
On October 4th, the focus will shift to medical communication and player welfare standards (PWSG), critical topics that address the safety and well-being of athletes. Alongside these discussions, technical training will be held to refine key skills, including 1v1 feedback, breakdowns, and tackling strategies—fundamental components of high-level rugby performance.
NRFF Secretary Oludare Davies spoke ahead of the event, underscoring the federation’s commitment to elevating rugby in Nigeria:
“This training is not only important but essential for the development of rugby across every corner of the country. By improving our technical and coaching capabilities, we are laying the groundwork for future success,” he stated. “I’m thrilled with the enthusiastic response and the eagerness shown by participants to learn the fundamentals and more advanced aspects of the game.”
With this seminar, World Rugby and the NRFF are working hand-in-hand to enhance the sport’s infrastructure in Nigeria, ensuring that both athletes and officials are better equipped to perform at national and international levels. The event is set to be a key milestone in the ongoing development of rugby in the country.
