Sports
No Change to Nigeria’s 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy Hosting Status — LGAN President
Joel Ajayi
The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) has reaffirmed that Nigeria’s hosting rights for the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) remain fully intact and are in no way affected by the reported disagreement between the Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF) and the African Golf Confederation (AGC).
In a statement Signed by Director of Communications 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja
According to the statement, the prestigious continental women’s amateur golf championship will take place as scheduled from 2–7 November 2026 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja, with LGAN leading the Local Organising Committee on behalf of Nigeria.
The championship has already attracted registrations from more than 30 African countries, underscoring the confidence of participating nations in Nigeria’s preparedness to host one of Africa’s premier women’s sporting events.
Reacting to speculation that the disagreement between the Nigeria Golf Federation and the African Golf Confederation could jeopardize Nigeria’s hosting rights, the President of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria and Chairperson of the AACT 2026 Local Organising Committee, Dr. Lami Ahmed, dismissed the reports as false, misleading and without any factual basis.
«”There is absolutely no truth in the rumour that the disagreement between the Nigeria Golf Federation and the African Golf Confederation will result in the suspension, cancellation or withdrawal of Nigeria’s hosting rights for the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy.
«”It is important to clarify that the All Africa Challenge Trophy is governed by the All Africa Challenge Trophy Association (AACTA), which is the continental body responsible for women’s amateur golf under the AACT framework. The African Golf Confederation (AGC), on the other hand, is the continental governing body for men’s golf and organizes its own separate championship.
«”These are two distinct organisations with different mandates and competitions. It is therefore incorrect to associate issues concerning one organisation with the operations or hosting of the other.”
Dr. Ahmed further assured participating countries, sponsors, partners and stakeholders that preparations for the championship are progressing according to schedule and that Nigeria remains committed to delivering a world-class tournament that will further strengthen women’s golf across Africa.
She added that hosting the championship aligns with the Federal Government’s sports development agenda under the leadership of the National Sports Commission (NSC), particularly the reforms being championed by Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, which encourage Nigeria to host major international sporting events as a means of promoting national image, sports tourism, youth development and international cooperation.
The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria therefore urges the public and the media to disregard any misinformation suggesting that Nigeria’s hosting rights have been affected, while reaffirming its commitment to successfully hosting a memorable and historic 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy.
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.
.
-
Featured7 years agoLampard Names New Chelsea Manager
-
Featured6 years agoFG To Extends Lockdown In FCT, Lagos Ogun states For 7days
-
Featured7 years agoChildren Custody: Court Adjourns Mike Ezuruonye, Wife’s Case To April 7
-
Featured7 years agoNYSC Dismisses Report Of DG’s Plan To Islamize Benue Orientation Camp
-
Featured5 years agoTransfer Saga: How Mikel Obi Refused to compensate me After I Linked Him Worth $4m Deal In Kuwait SC – Okafor
-
Featured7 years ago
Board urges FG to establish one-stop rehabilitation centres in 6 geopolitical zones
-
Sports4 years ago
TINUBU LAMBAST DELE MOMODU
-
News2 years agoZulu to Super Eagles B team, President Tinubu is happy with you
