Jimoh reaches quarter-finals at ITF J30

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2 years ago

February 27, 2025

Nigerian tennis player, Joseph Jimoh, secured a quarter-final spot in the men’s singles event on Wednesday at the ongoing ITF World Tennis Tour Junior J30 in Abuja.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Jimoh earned his place after a dominant 6-2, 6-1 victory over Mevi Irimiya in the round of 16.

In his previous match, Jimoh defeated Michael Prosper 6-0, 6-0 in the round of 32. Irimiya, meanwhile, overcame Mohammed Elsheikh 6-2, 7-6(5) to reach the round of 16.

Jimoh controlled the match, taking an early lead and winning in straight sets, 6-2, 6-1, to secure his place in the quarter-finals.

He showcased his skill and determination, particularly in key moments. He will now face India’s Vyom Shah, who defeated France’s Raphaël Métrailler 6-1, 6-3.

The 17-year-old Nigerian told NAN that he is only competing in singles this week, having won the doubles category multiple times in previous events.

“I am happy to have won, just like in the first week’s event. I want to keep giving my best and finish on top,” he said.

Jimoh added that his training ground, Aurum Tennis Academy, has five players competing in this tournament and another five playing abroad.

“We are really doing great. We hope to make a statement,” he added.

In other men’s singles matches, Sani Inabo beat China’s Haoran Hu 6-4, 6-7(1), 6-2, while Shah overcame Métrailler 6-1, 6-3. Ezekiel Azi defeated Morocco’s Amine Jabrani 7-6(7), 6-3.

The International Tennis Federation (ITF) event, which began on 19 February, is set to conclude on March 1 at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Tennis Centre in Abuja.

A total of 11 countries are participating, including Nigeria, Egypt, Great Britain, France, the USA, South Africa, Lebanon, Hong Kong, Morocco, India, and China. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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18 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

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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