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5 Days to Go! Osimhen Leads 5 Super Eagles Stars, Others to Abuja for Charity Champions Cup
With just five days until the Charity Champions Cup game in Abuja, Africa’s Player of the Year, Victor Osimhen is set to lead other superstars to the Moshood Abiola Stadium, Abuja for the most anticipated charity game in Nigeria.
Stars including Samuel Chukwueze, Wilfred Ndidi, Stanley Nwabali, Kelechi Iheanacho are set to thrill fans, as ex internationals, both from home and abroad are set to grace the green on June 15th in the nation’s capital.
The Founder of Attom Foundation, Yahaya Attom has stated that the Charity Champions Cup aims to raise awareness and provide medical assistance to approximately 10,000 individuals in need. Attom Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to humanitarian causes, announced the upcoming Charity Champions Cup, scheduled to take place on June 15th in Abuja.
Renowned legends such as Didier Drogba, Samuel Eto’o, and many others are set to participate, adding to the excitement of the event.
Yahaya Attom expressed the mission behind the Charity Champions Cup, stating, “Our aim is to help the less privileged and provide medical assistance, particularly in rural areas. Through this charity game, we hope to raise funds to support our mission of treating 10,000 people in need during this period.”
The inspiration behind the charity game stems from the desire to utilize football as a means of bringing communities together. “Football has a unique ability to unite people from all walks of life,” said Yahaya Attom. “By hosting this cup, we aim to harness the power of football to support those in need.”
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi shared his excitement about the participation of football legends and influencers in the Charity Champions Cup. “It’s inspiring to see players like Drogba and Osimhen joining forces with influencers to raise awareness for such an important cause,” Ndidi remarked. “This event not only creates awareness but also encourages people to take action and support those facing challenges.”
Yahaya Attom expressed his commitment to continuing this impactful project on an annual basis. “Many footballers and influencers are passionate about providing assistance,” he stated. “We envision making this an annual event, particularly during the summer or free window, to continue making a difference in the lives of those in need.”
The Charity Champions Cup promises to be a thrilling event that combines the excitement of football with the noble cause of supporting communities in need. Attom Foundation invites individuals and organizations to join hands in making a positive impact through this initiative.
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29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase
Joel Ajayi
With 29 days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Nigeria is stepping up preparations to host the continental women’s team golf championship, with the extensive rehabilitation of the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja providing a major boost to the country’s readiness.
In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja Director of Communication AACT 2026, Kayode Adeniyi said the Club’s Board of Trustees has assured that the facility will be fully prepared to welcome golfers, officials and delegates from across Africa when the championship tees off on November 2.
Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, CFR, gave the assurance after inspecting ongoing rehabilitation works at the Club, expressing satisfaction with the progress recorded so far.
The IBB International Golf and Country Club has undergone extensive rehabilitation following its closure to regular golfing activities for more than a year. The intervention has focused on the golf course, selected holes, the clubhouse and other key facilities required to provide a befitting venue for the continental championship.
Justice Dongban-Mensem expressed confidence that the rehabilitation programme would be completed in time for the AACT, further reassuring stakeholders that the Club would be ready to host Africa’s leading female golfers.
Chairman of the Club’s Interim Management Committee, Peter Deshi, also expressed optimism over the progress of work, with regular golfing activities expected to resume ahead of the championship.
For the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the readiness of the host venue remains a critical component of the country’s preparations.
President of the Association, Dr. Lami Ahmed, has similarly expressed confidence in Nigeria’s preparations to stage a successful championship.
The 2026 AACT is scheduled to take place from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.
With the countdown now entering its final month, the rehabilitation of the Club is sending a strong message about Nigeria’s determination to deliver a successful championship and provide a worthy stage for Africa’s finest female golfers.
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