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2025 Captain’s Cup Begins, As Over 300 Golfers Battle For Honour

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6 months ago

April 6, 2025

2025 Captain’s Cup Begins, As Over 300 Golfers Battle For Honour

Joel Ajayi
The much awaiting 2025 Captain’s Cup tournament begins, Monday at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.

Tagged ” Tiger Bows Out,” the Six-day championship, which is among events lined up to celebrate the exit of the outgoing Captain of the Club, Ibrahim Babayo, will feature various categories include Caddies and Staff competition, Men and Female Divisions, Pros competition, Sponsors, Veterans and Super Veterans competition as well as 18-hole event on the last day.

The celebrant, Captain Ibrahim Babayo, thumped up his Exco for their excellent achievements both on the course and clubhouse. He described their tenure as action park right from the beginning.

“When we took over the club in April 2024, we set our sight on the dreams like what golfers will say our eyes on the green, our greens are good to see now, unlike in the past when they were brown.

“There are numerous things we have done like we renovated the access gate, our reception wears new face-lift furnished, changing air-conditioners in the Club house.We have carried out forensic audits, we have carried out SOP, We are done so many things to change the cooperate governance of the club, which has been a tremendous success. We have also changed the booking App of the club to the world standard.

“Our website is up to date. We also carried out the beautification of the club. We also changed all the street lights in the club. We are working to have solar lighting of all the holes.”

He attributed their success to the collective efforts and teamwork by the executive members having set standards for those that will come behind them.

Babayo commended the Organising Committee led by Ambassador Ben Okoyen for their effort so far in putting up a memorable championship
Chief of Army Staff, Lt General Olufemi Oluyede, is expected to perform the ceremonial tee-off alongside other invited dignitaries.

Highlights of the last day include presentations of trophies and prizes to deserving winners.

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NVBF President, Engr Nimrod Urges Families to Embrace Healthy Living at HOBA Novelty Sports

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21 hours ago

October 6, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has called on Nigerian families to adopt healthy living habits through regular participation in sporting and fitness activities.

Nimrod made the call on Sunday during the third edition of the Hoba Development Association, Abuja Chapter, novelty sports event held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.

He noted that physical activities such as sports are vital to fostering family bonds, community interaction, and overall well-being.

“The rate of health-related incidents such as slumping is increasing, but regular exercise helps improve the health of both parents and children,” he said. “Events like this bring families together, allowing parents and children to interact and know each other better.”

Also speaking, the stand-in Chairman of the Hoba Community, Barrister Nathan Naandeti, highlighted the significance of the annual novelty games, describing them as a unifying platform for members of the community.

“It’s something we do every year to promote unity, togetherness, and fitness among our people. Sports is part of who we are,” he stated.

Men, women, and children from the Hoba community participated in various sporting activities, including volleyball, badminton, football, and aerobics—all aimed at encouraging relaxation, fitness, and bonding among families.

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