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FCT FA Hails EFCC, Naija Ratels on their President Cup Quarter final feat, urges teams to win the trophy

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2 years ago

May 30, 2024

Joel Ajayi

The Chairman of Federal Capital Territory Football Association Alhaji Adam Mouktar Mohammed has congratulated the duo of EFCC Football club and Naija Ratels football both FCT based clubs for their progression to the quarter final in the ongoing President Federation FA Cup.

FCT FA Chair Alhaji Adam Mouktar in a statement through the FCT FA Media unit on Thursday in Abuja expressed satisfaction in the effort of the teams, he thereby, urged them to leave no stones unturned to ensure they win the trophies.

In the round of 16 fixtures, EFCC football team(Men’s category) defeated Wikki Tourist of Bauchi 1-0 while Naija Ratels(Women’s Category) walloped Abia Angel 4-0 to progress to the quarter final.

According to FCT FA Chairman I am elated to congratulate our teams EFCC FC and Our girls Naija Ratels football club, on their outstanding performance in the ongoing President Federation Cup where they both progress to the quarter final.
“This feat is a reflection of the attention paid to sports development over the years, that have lifted the profile of men’s and women’s football in the FCT.

“I congratulate them for the indefatigable spirit and commitment and as a football association we pledge our support morally, financially to the team.

“We want them to win the trophies, don’t relent in your effort, we want you to bring the trophies back to Abuja.” He urged the teams.

Meanwhile the EFCC Football club will slug it out with Kebbi United in Kebbi as Naija Ratels will face FC Robo of Lagos at the center of excellence in the round of 8 fixtures.

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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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