Nigeria's first indigenous automobile manufacturing company, Innoson Vehicles Manufacturing, IVM, is understood to have signed a partnership deal with the Nigeria Beach Soccer League, NBSL, officials have disclosed.

This was confirmed during the second round of the 2024 Nigeria Beach Soccer League in Nnewi, Anambra State.

The partnership is to ensure the grassroots and indigenous growth of beach soccer in the country.

The CEO of Innoson Motors, Chief Innocent Ifediaso Chukwuma who attended the opening games and performed the ceremonial kick off affirmed his love and support for the game.

Coordinator of the league, Mahmud Hadejia stated the essence of the partnership.

He said: "The partnership is to ensure continuous development of Beach Soccer while promoting indigenous content and manufacturers in Nigeria."