12/02/2026
A Proud Moment for CNS Spikers and Nigerian Volleyball
After ten days of rigorous intellectual, technical, and practical engagement, the CAVB International Refereeing Candidate Course, hosted by Egypt for the first time in 30 years (since 1996), successfully concluded on 09 February 2026. The course was organized in collaboration with the Confederation of African Volleyball (CAVB) and held under the supervision of the Fédération Internationale de Volleyball (FIVB) as part of the FIVB Volleyball Empowerment – Knowledge Transfer Programme.
This prestigious programme assembled 30 elite referee candidates from 19 African countries, including five female referees, all of whom underwent intensive theoretical lectures on the Rules of the Game and officiated 30 practical matches, testing their competence, consistency, confidence, and decision-making at the highest continental standard.
The course was expertly conducted by renowned officials:
Mr. Mohammed Badr Lazreug – Course Director, President of the CAVB Refereeing Commission, FIVB Referee Coach & Instructor
Mr. Waleed Abdelsamad – Course Instructor, Member of the FIVB Rules of the Game & Refereeing Commission, FIVB Referee Coach & Instructor, and Secretary of the CAVB Refereeing Commission
🌟 A Special and Proud Announcement 🌟
We are extremely proud and delighted to announce that our very own LCOMP Busari A., of the CNS Spikers, was among the participants and distinguished himself with an outstanding performance throughout the course.
LCOMP Busari A., a dedicated, humble, fair, and firm National Grade 2 Referee, demonstrated exceptional mastery of the Rules of the Game, high officiating intelligence, confidence on the court, and admirable professionalism during both the theoretical assessments and practical match officiations. His performance stood out as a true reflection of years of discipline, consistency, integrity, and commitment to volleyball officiating.
By the successful completion of this highly demanding programme, LCOMP Busari A. has now been certified as an International Volleyball Referee, a remarkable milestone not only for him personally, but also for:
CNS Spikers
Nigerian Volleyball
African Volleyball Officiating
🏅 A Milestone Worth Celebrating 🏅
This great achievement is a testament to what dedication, humility, continuous learning, and hard work can produce. It further affirms that Nigerian referees can compete, excel, and earn recognition at the highest international level.
We join the Egyptian Volleyball Federation in appreciating the FIVB and Mrs. Bouchra Hajij, CAVB President and FIVB Executive Vice President, for their unwavering support and commitment to the growth of African referees through this impactful programme.
🎉 Congratulations & Best Wishes 🎉
On behalf of the entire volleyball family, we heartily congratulate LCOMP Busari A. on this well-deserved elevation to the international stage. We are confident that he will continue to uphold the values of fair play, firmness, neutrality, and excellence wherever he officiates.
We wish him greater heights, more international assignments, and a long, impactful, and successful career in volleyball officiating.
Congratulations once again — Africa is proud, Nigeria is proud, CNS Spikers are proud! 🏐🌍👏
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