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CDS Tees Off 2024 Golf Fore Peace Tourney
All is now set for the tee off of the 2024 Golf fore peace tournament in the TYB Golf course in Asokoro on Saturday as over 160 golfers are battle ready to showcase their golfing prowess.
Receiving the organisers in his office, the lead peace advocate and Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa urged Nigerians to always live in peace as it is a better solution to combat elements of evil that are terrorizing the country.
General Musa, while receiving the peace torch, promised total support of Nigerian security to the organisers.
The Chairman Organising Committee 2024 of GOLF FORE PEACE, Mr Abimbola Ajinibi, who has keyed into the non-kinetic approach of the current leadership of the Security Chiefs, emphasized the involvement of civilians in partnering with the military in maintaining internal peace.
The lead coordinator and initiator of Golf Fore Peace Kemi Olowoyo Otegbade said the reason for the tournament is to take peace campaigns around the nation in partnership with the Military.
She explains further that they are not limiting their campaign only to Abuja, that they intend to organize this event in other courses around Nigeria.
Highlights of the event include lighting the Peace Torch, Ceremonial Tee Off peace address to the participants, Peace Catwalk by 6 Footers Club, entertainment, as well as presentation of trophies & prizes to the winners.
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Lagos Women Run: Excitement Builds Ahead of Saturday’s TBS Race
Joel Ajayi
Participants from different walks of life are eagerly looking forward to the Lagos Women Run scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos.
The participants have expressed excitement about the opportunities and experiences the annual event promises to offer.
Our correspondent reports that, in addition to runners from within Lagos and other parts of Nigeria, some athletes are expected to travel from outside the country to participate in the race.
The organisers are already making preparations for the large number of registered participants, while the possibility of accepting late entries will depend on the timing and other arrangements.
The Coordinator of the Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, said participants should expect an improved experience compared with previous editions.
“We have to continue to get better, as that is the driving force for us as organisers. We will be bigger and better with every edition,” Popoola said.
The 2026 Lagos Women Run will hold on Saturday, November 14, with Tafawa Balewa Square serving as the starting point.
Participants are expected to arrive at the venue by 6:30 a.m. for the event.
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