Rtd DCP Hasso renovates court ahead of 2nd Numan tourney

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April 19, 2021

Ahead of the annual Numan Volleyball Unity Cup, the Chairman of Adamawa State Volleyball Association, Rtd DCP Stephen Hasso has begun the renovation of Numan court.

The 2nd Numan Federation Volleyball Unity Cup (men and women) is scheduled to hold from 22nd to 24th April, 2021.

Hasso said the renovation of the court became paramount in order to assist the sponsors of the Numan Unity Cup.

The former chairman of Nigeria Police Force Volleyball Association told volleyball enthusiasts to expect a rejuvenate Numan Championship.

He said, “We have started the rehabilitation of the volleyball court that will host the 2nd Numan Federation Volleyball Unity Cup as a way of encouraging sponsors of this Unity Cup.

“The Numan Cup is one of the biggest volleyball event in Adamawa, so it became paramount for the court to wear a new look”.

He further said, “The best players in the state will participate in this year’s edition and lovers of the game should expect explosive performances from all the teams”.

Rtd DCP Hasso commended the President of Nigeria Volleyball Federation, Engineer Musa Nimrod for distributing balls and net to the organisers of the Numan Unity Cup.

He said the Engineer Musa Nimrod will grace the opening ceremony of the 2nd edition of Numan Federation Volleyball Unity Cup.

The Numan Federation Volleyball Unity Cup is sponsored by Volunteer for Sustainable Development Inc in collaboration with Adamawa State Sports Council and Adamawa State Volleyball Association.

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29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase

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October 4, 2026

The Gleamer

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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