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Rugby union in Nigeria is a minor but growing sport. They are currently ranked 70th by World Rugby.[2]

Governing body

The governing body is the Nigerian Rugby Football Federation.

History

Rugby union was first introduced into Nigeria by the British empire. For a number of years the game was dominated by white settlers and expatriates, and to an extent, a number of expatriate oil workers still play there.

A number of Nigerian people have emigrated to the UK, and there is a London Nigerian Rugby Club.[3]

Notable players

A number of notable England players were born or raised in Nigeria, including:

Bright Sodje who formerly played for Wakefield RFC and current England international Maro Itoje are also of Nigerian background.

See also

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