Sports
NSC DG, Hon. Bukola Olopade Extols Gov. Peter Mbah’s Leadership Strides
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, has commended the Executive Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Peter Mbah, for his visionary leadership and transformative strides since assuming office.
In his remarks, Hon. Olopade praised the Governor for steering the state toward progress and development.
“It’s obvious to all that Enugu is on the right path under the Governor’s leadership, with the remarkable transformation taking place since he came onboard,” he stated.
“This is what leadership is all about—ensuring that people feel the tangible impact of governance and experience a well-organized system.”
Hon. Olopade expressed the NSC’s enthusiasm for Enugu State hosting the 2026 National Sports Festival, emphasizing the Commission’s confidence in the state’s readiness.
“The NSC is excited that Enugu State will host the 2026 National Sports Festival. From the communications and meetings we’ve had, we are optimistic about the success of the Games. I have positive messages to take back to my chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko.”
To ensure the festival’s success, Hon. Olopade revealed that the NSC is already setting up committees to handle various aspects of the event.
“We are establishing committees that will be responsible for different facets of the Games. Continuous discussions and meetings will ensure we are all aligned as we prepare for this monumental event,” he explained.
He concluded by congratulating the people of Enugu and expressing optimism about the upcoming festival. “Congratulations to the people of Enugu. We are all looking forward to a memorable National Sports Festival in 2026.”
After 28 years since it hosted the Games, Enugu State is poised to deliver an exceptional festival that will leave a lasting legacy for the state and the nation.
Sports
AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja
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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