ANDREW EKEJIUBA
British apparel company, BLK Sport and Nigeria Rugby Football Federation (NRFF), have signed an exclusive long-term kit sponsorship / partnership deal aligning with the company’s global strategy.
As part of the partnership, BLK Sport will produce match jerseys, shorts, socks, and replica Jerseys amongst other items for NRFF.
Speaking at the unveiling of the kits in London, BLK Sales and Marketing Manager, Charles Littlefair, disclosed, “We are really excited to be partnering with the NRFF. Our support for them will complement their efforts to see to the growth of Rugby in Nigeria.”
NRFF President, Kelechukwu Mbagwu, stated that the BLK partnership is an indication of the bright prospect of Rugby sponsorship within the country.
“It shows the potential of the game in Nigeria and our commitment to work with progressive and far seeing organisations to the betterment of our players and stakeholders. We thank BLK for their enthusiasm and goodwill. We also thank God for sparing our lives and guiding us through these strange times,” he said.
BLK Representative, Busola Akinyemi affirmed that the aim is to promote Rugby in Nigeria and make it compete with other sports like football.
“Rugby is a very lucrative sport in England and we hope the partnership can enhance the love for Rugby in Nigeria,” Akinyemi stated.
NRFF Team Manager, Dele Coker, was present at the unveiling.
Replicas will be available for sale at Blksport.co.uk and NRFF accredited retailers.
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