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The World Will Testify About You Soon.. Lulu Charges Fosla NSF Medalists

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4 years ago

December 21, 2022

Former NFF President Alhaji Sani Lulu Abdullahi has advised players of the Fosla Football Club to continue to work hard, as Nigerians would soon testify to their greatest in the game of football.

Lulu who received football club members who were part of the FCT silver winning football team in just concluded National Sports Festival in Asaba, Delta State, acknowledged the impact of the players in the FCT team, appreciating them for been good Ambassadors of the Academy where ever they found themselves. He charged them to be patient and remain discipline in and out of the field, as the world is waiting for them to excel.

He congratulated the FCT team and the players, and advised them to remain focused for subsequent games.

Four players from the Fosla Football Club, who are students of the Nasarawa State University Keffi were part of the FCT Football team to National Sports Festival. They players were Gabriel Achu, Abdullahi Mohammed “Kekere”, Moses Aluko and Zakari Amodu.

Also, Abdullahi Mohammed “Kekere” used the opportunity to present his certificate of returns as the Students Union Director of Sports at the Nasarawa State University Keffi to the Proprietor of his Club.

Lulu advised “Kekere” to ensure that he surpass the performance of his predecessors, and to remember that a leader is a slave to his followers.

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

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9 hours ago

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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