Nigeria swept the 2026 African Nations Cup Beach Volleyball Zone 3 Qualifiers, winning gold in both the men’s and women’s events after a near-flawless two-day run. Ghana finished as runners-up in both categories, while Niger Republic took bronze in the men’s tournament and Côte d’Ivoire secured third place in the women’s competition.
Hosts set the tone on day one
Nigeria made their intentions clear from the start, producing commanding performances in both divisions during the opening day of the qualifiers.
Men’s event: straight-set momentum
- Nigeria began the men’s competition with consecutive straight-set wins over Niger Republic, posting 24-22, 21-17 and 21-17, 21-11, 21-17.
Day two results and the final standings
With the early lead established, Nigeria carried that control into the second day to complete the sweep for the hosts.
Men’s event: closing out against Liberia
- The campaign was wrapped up with a 21-12, 21-6 victory over Liberia, giving Nigeria a convincing finish to the men’s tournament.
- Across the overall men’s medal positions, Ghana claimed silver, Niger Republic won bronze, and Côte d’Ivoire placed third in the women’s event.
Women’s tournament: Nigeria’s two teams dominate
In the women’s draw, Nigeria’s teams were equally ruthless, delivering sharp wins to secure first place overall. Ghana remained their closest challengers, ending with silver medals in both women’s and men’s competitions.
Nigeria I’s path to gold
- Nigeria I opened with a 21-16, 21-16 win over Benin Republic.
- Nigeria I then defeated Côte d’Ivoire with a pair of 21-9, 21-9 scores.
- To conclude the tournament, Nigeria I beat Ghana I 21-11, 21-13.
Nigeria II’s clean sweep
- Nigeria II began by defeating Benin Republic II 23-21, 21-14.
- Nigeria II followed with a win over Côte d’Ivoire II, 21-12, 21-18.
- Nigeria II then overcame Ghana II 21-18, 21-15 to underline Nigeria’s dominance and cement top spot on the podium.
