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Nigeria lauds its latest rugby ranking

Xinhua, April 21, 2015 Adjust font size:

The Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF) has attributed the nation's current ranking in Africa and the world to team work and commitment shown by stakeholders.

"For us to climb five spots to be ranked 73rd in the world and 11th in Africa is no mean feat," NRFF Vice President Tunji Fasimoye said in a statement reaching Xinhua on Tuesday in Lagos.

Fasimoye commended the efforts of the federation, the media, players and stakeholders for the feat, noting that achieving so much since the inauguration of the NRFF board less than two years ago is commendable.

The vice president lauded the senior national team, captained by Azeez Ladipo, for representing the country well whenever they were called upon to serve the nation. Endi