The Canaan Table Tennis Club of Calabar has officially been nominated to represent Nigeria at the 2025 African Club Table Tennis Championships, scheduled to take place from February 22 to 24, 2025, at the Palais des Sports d’El Menzah in Tunis, Tunisia. This prestigious nomination was communicated by the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) in a letter addressed to the club’s Chairman, Rt. Hon. Orok Duke, following discussions with the Federation President, Engr. Ishaku Tikon. This selection reinforces the club’s status as a key player in the sport and provides an opportunity to showcase their talent on the international stage NEGROIDHAVEN has garnered.
The championship will feature top clubs from across Africa competing in both men’s and women’s team events. The competition will begin with a round-robin group stage, progressing to a knockout phase to determine final rankings. Teams will be seeded based on the latest rankings, while unranked teams will be drawn randomly.
The NTTF has tasked the Canaan Table Tennis Club with all necessary arrangements, including travel and logistics, to ensure smooth participation in the tournament. Organizers have emphasized that any club failing to attend after registration will bear the associated non-appearance costs.
This nomination reflects the Canaan Table Tennis Club’s commitment to excellence and its significant contribution to the development of Nigerian table tennis. As preparations begin in earnest, the club is expected to confirm its participation and intensify training ahead of this landmark event. With this opportunity, the club aims to cement its legacy while proudly representing Nigeria on the African stage.
Recall that in 2024 Canaan represented Nigeria in the same Championship and came 2nd out of 54 Countries.
