Delta State Holds Rugby Rumble Event

Rugby activities are set to return to the Warri axis of Delta State with the hosting of the Warri Rugby Rumble from April 4-7, 2025, at the Nana Model College, Warri. The event will feature the South South champions, Edo State male teams, against the Warri Rugby Football Club in seven, 10, and 15-aside challenge matches.

According to the organizers and coach of the Warri Eagles Rugby Club, Victor Nwachukwu, it is a huge privilege to host the South zonal champions in Warri after many years, thanks to the efforts of old and senior rugby players in Warri.

Nwachukwu noted that rugby has been in Warri since the early years of oil discovery, with players participating in national rugby tournaments in Lagos, Jos, and Abuja. The event is also a testament to the success of one of Warri’s own, Mr. Aghogho Peace Ejiro, who plays for the London Chargers Rugby League and the Nigeria Stallion 7’s UK.

The Warri Rugby Rumble is expected to attract visitors from Lagos, Abuja, Edo, Asaba, and England. The Chairman of Warri South Local Government, Weyinmi Agbateyiniro, has thrown his weight behind the event to revive rugby in Warri.

The revival of the game in Warri is expected to have a positive impact on the local community, particularly among young people. The Warri Rugby Rumble event will provide a platform for talented young players to showcase their skills and potentially earn scholarships or contracts with top rugby clubs. Additionally, the event will promote healthy lifestyles, teamwork, and discipline among young people, contributing to the overall development of the community.