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Deborah Pam stages return for Lagos Women Run

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4 years ago

October 26, 2022

The 2022 edition of the Lagos Women Run is guaranteed to be keenly contested, as more elite runners are already confirming their readiness to be part of the November 12 race.

The latest high-profile Nigerian athlete to confirm her readiness to compete at the Lagos race is eleven-time National champion, Deborah Pam.

Pam, while speaking from her base in Jos, Plateau State said she is glad to be gradually returning into top shape after taking some time off the race track.

“Yes, I will be at the Lagos Women Run this year. This would be the second time after participating in the 2019 edition,” Pam stated.

Pam, who finished in the second position behind Kenya’s Cheptoeck Careen when she competed in 2019, is hopeful she can pick the top prize this term even though she admits it would not be an easy mission.

“My target is always to win every race I take part in but I know it would not be easy at the Lagos Wome Run.

“I know many other top athletes will be around but I will be giving it my best shot and use it to also prepare for the National Sports Festival,” Pam added.

Meanwhile, the Lagos Women Run, an initiative that brings together women from all walks of life will also have a long list of participants and fun runners from the corporate world.

Adaku Ijara, an investment professional, chartered wealth manager and astute corporate lawyer, will lead a pack of Corporate women to Africa’s largest all-female fitness event

She will also lead the discourse on investment for the smart women in Nigeria.

Tayo Popoola, Coordinator of the Lagos Women Run reiterated the event is more than a sports gathering but an initiative to contribute to the all-around well-being of women in society.

“For the past six years, we have been doing our best to advance the course of women in our own unique way and we are really thankful to all our partners; especially the Lagos State government for being supportive”

“This year we have lined up a lot to make the landmark seventh edition a memorable one,” Popoola assured.

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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10 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.

In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.

Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.

The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.

As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.

The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.

The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.

With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.

Africa is coming to Abuja.

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