The Naija Drone Soccer League (NDSL) has announced that its 2026 National Combine league will kick off on Monday, October 26, with activities scheduled across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones through November 9.
The initiative aims to introduce more young Nigerians to drone soccer, promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education, and create opportunities to explore emerging technologies through sport.
According to a statement signed by Orkuma Alex Mchiater, Chief Operations Officer, Naija Drone Soccer League (NDSL), the 15-day programme will take place in Gombe, Abuja, Kano, Uyo, Enugu and Lagos, bringing together prospective participants, educational stakeholders, technical experts and other interested partners.
The statement added that technical experts from the United States will participate in the competitions, demonstrating drone soccer, showcasing the equipment used in the sport and sharing technical knowledge with Nigerian participants and stakeholders.
In a related development, NDSL has approved the appointments of Mr Nasiru Bello as Team President of the Kano Cyber Eagles and Mr Ibrahim Yunusa as Team President of the Lagos Velocity Storm. The appointments strengthen the league’s franchise structure as it works towards establishing an organised and sustainable drone soccer ecosystem in Nigeria.
It also said the National Combine will introduce drone soccer to communities across the country while providing opportunities to engage schools, identify prospective talent and lay the groundwork for team development.
Activities will include drone soccer demonstrations, equipment showcases and technical engagement designed to familiarise participants with the sport and its technological applications.
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