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Aleva Advocates Greater Recognition for Women in Badminton
Founder of the Blooming Her Foundation, Shiwuese Aleva, has called for increased recognition of women in badminton at both local and international levels. She made this appeal following the successful hosting of the maiden International Women’s Day Badminton Championship, held over three days in Abuja.
The women-focused tournament drew participants from across Nigeria and marked a significant step forward in promoting female participation in sports, particularly badminton.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, Aleva подчеркнул that the initiative was designed to go beyond competition, serving as a platform for empowerment and visibility.
“This initiative is not just about playing badminton; it is about celebrating women and creating opportunities for them to be seen and recognised both nationally and globally,” she said.
Aleva noted that her long-term vision is to elevate Nigeria’s presence in women’s badminton while fostering grassroots development and strengthening national pride.
The championship featured four categories: Under-19 singles and doubles, senior active players, and veteran women. This structure ensured inclusivity, allowing athletes of different age groups and skill levels to participate.
She expressed satisfaction with the outcome of the event, highlighting strong participation and the presence of key stakeholders, including officials from the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, as signs of growing acceptance and support.
Aleva also revealed plans to make the tournament an annual event, with future editions expected to attract participants from across Africa and beyond.
Also speaking, the President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Barrister Francis Orbih, commended the initiative, describing it as a major boost to the sport’s development in the country.
“This tournament covers all levels of the game — from grassroots to elite and veteran players. It is a commendable effort that will positively impact badminton in Nigeria,” he said.
Orbih further called for increased private sector involvement, stressing that sustainable sports development requires collaboration between corporate organisations and sports bodies.
The successful maiden edition has generated optimism among stakeholders, with expectations that future tournaments will see broader participation and greater international recognition.
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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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