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Epe Defends eTranzact Title, Pockets N3m Cheque
Joel Ajayi
Francis Epe has won the second eTranzact Golf Classic in Abuja.
Epe, who is the defending champion of the tournament defeated emerged with the best score others to coveted trophy on Friday, May 17, 2024, at the IBB Golf and Country Club.
Epe scored 71, one under par, consecutively on the three days of the event finishing with 213 in total. His score is two shots better Andrew Odoh, who came second, while Ibrahim Ocheje placed third with 220 score.
The champion who went home with N3 million cheque, was thankful to have defended the title and hopefully that he would travel to the United States for a tour in September.
“I am thankful to God that I was able to defend the title. It was tough playing against top players but I had to relax, focus and trust my ability.
“I am thankful to eTranzact and the Professional Golf Developmental (PGD) Tour for opportunities to play. We rarely have tournaments and it isn’t good for our development.
“Hopefully, I will feature in more events before the end of the year. I hope to travel to the U.S for tours in September. I hope I can get a sponsor early enough to achieve that,” Epe added.
Reaching on the success of the event, Niyi Toluwalope, the Managing Director/CEO of eTranzact, congratulated all participants, adding that the event surpassed the expectations of the organizers.
“The future of ETranzact is very bright. I think with the quantity and quality of performance in this edition is a significant increase from what we saw in the first edition.
“We are happy that the investments we made to partner with and support this venture has paid off.
“We are looking forward to next one where we will provide additional resources and ensure the quality remains consistent and get quality feedback like we have received so far,” he said.
Sports
Authentic All Stars International of Bauchi Thank Finance Commissioner for Sallah Gift
Joel Ajayi
The President of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi Patrick Pascal (MON) has expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the Bauchi State Commissioner for Finance, Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu, for his continued generosity and support to the group during the Sallah celebrations.
In a message to members, the president who is also the Bauchi State FA Chairman announced that the organization had received a Sallah cow from Dr. Yakubu Adamu as part of his goodwill for the festive season. The gesture follows a similar show of support during the last Sallah celebration, when the Commissioner gifted the group ₦700,000.
“I have been directed to inform all members that officials of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi have received a Sallah cow from Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu,” the message read. “Members may wish to know that the same Hon. Dr. Yakubu Adamu gave us ₦700,000 during the last Sallah celebration.”
The group extended its gratitude to Dr. Adamu, noting that his contributions reflect his enduring commitment to community engagement and social support, especially during important cultural and religious occasions.
Members of Authentic All Stars INT’L Bauchi are expected to participate in the sharing and celebration of the gift as they mark the Sallah festival.
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