Polo in Nigeria

The sport of kings

Polo in Nigeria

The sports of polo in Nigeria is not new as its inception was dated back since 1904, and is one of the oldest sports in the country, it was introduced by the British, though the game itself originated in ancient Persia.

Polo sports is coordinated and governed by the Nigerian Polo Association (NPA) which was later changed to Nigeria Polo Federation (NPF), and there are so many other clubs specifically for the sports of polo who help in its development as well as the promotion in the country and designated states.

In as much as polo sport is popular in Nigeria, there is still much to be done in order to totally transform the sports and make it much more better in such a way that the players can, at large participate fully in the game such as in other polo championships and tournaments in Africa and around the globe.

The Nigeria polo federation oversees the activities of the sports and aims to make it compete with other popular sports like football, basketball and even field and tracks, thereby accommodating players who think they have better skills in the game and also providing the already existing players with polo sports tournaments which can help develop and improve their skills making them professionals in the sports field.

Some of the notable Nigeria polo sports players have been doing exceptionally great, and the Federation of polo sports in the country is planning on making the player go international to compete with the best.

Benefits of polo

Polo game is a kind of game that is not just played for the purpose of defeating the opponent but offers an opportunity that helps the players to stay alert at all times to combat in any kind of conflict.

It is beneficial both physically and mentally. It is a very sociable game that helps to improve balance and motor function in the brain also creates an avenue for good company while on it. Polo game adds value as well to the human cardiovascular system and proper muscle functioning.

Unlike other outdoor sports, polo is a kind of sport that last within a short period of time say 1 to 2 hours. It is a hockey-like game that appears pleasurable while playing because it exposes one to nature and also teaches players how to work as a team.