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TrustFund dethrones FCMB to win 2023 PFA games

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3 years ago

December 4, 2023

Trust Fund Pension Administrators have emerged as champions in the 3rd edition of the Pension Fund Administrators Games in Abuja. With a total points haul of 38, they excelled in various events at the highly competitive event held at Turf Arena Sports Center.

Despite the formidable challenge posed by FCMB’s impressive performance in the second edition, Trustfund Pension demonstrated a well-thought-out strategy, evident from the press conference to various sporting activities where they excelled. However, they faced challenges, with other pension fund administrators making it difficult for them.

Trustfund secured first place in seven-a-side football, snooker, and team bonding, while finishing second in volleyball, sixth in table tennis, and third in Scrabble, ultimately showcasing a well-rounded performance.

Premium Pension secured the second position with a total points haul of 29, despite facing defeat in the football final. They earned points through a strong presence in press briefings, securing second place in table tennis, demonstrating team bonding prowess, achieving third in chess, and landing fifth in Scrabble.

Norrenberger, finishing third with a points haul of 28, pushed last season’s champion FCMB further down the table. They dominated in volleyball and chess but secured third place in snooker, and fourth in Scrabble, table tennis, and football.

FCMB secured the fourth position, Tangerine Apt claimed fifth, and Nupemco finished in sixth place.

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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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