Commodore James Ali Pinda: The Man Revolutionizing Volleyball in Nigeria

Oru Leonard 

Commodore James Ali Pinda, a retired Naval Senior Officer with a passion for volleyball and a strong dedication to promoting the sport. As the FCT Volleyball Chairman, Pinda has been instrumental in developing and improving volleyball in the FCT and surrounding areas.

Pinda’s Vision include:

– Expanding Volleyball’s Reach: Pinda aims to expand volleyball to the North Central states of Nigeria, where the sport is relatively underdeveloped.
– Establishing a North Central Team: He plans to establish a North Central team for all age categories to compete in international championships.
– Fostering Excellence: Pinda’s goal is to create opportunities for players and foster a culture of excellence within the region.

Pinda’s dedication and leadership have brought about positive changes in the volleyball landscape.
His commitment to the upliftment of volleyball has had a positive impact on the lives of young men and women in the country.

In addition, Pinda’s leadership has raised the bar for volleyball in Nigeria, inspiring others to follow in his footsteps.

Pinda has been commended by the Volleyball leadership for his immense contribution to the success of the U-18 Beach Volleyball and the Division 1&2 Championship.

His contributing to volleyball and youth development which earned him the title of a champion of youth development and social impact.

His legacy continues to inspire others to use sports as a means to uplift and empower the next generation.