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Chinaka Floors 550 Golfers To Win 2022 IBB Captain’s Cup

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3 years ago

April 24, 2022

It was a dream comes true for Clement Chinaka as the handicap 14 Amateur player became the overall winner of the 2022 Captain’s Cup of IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.

Chinaka outplayed other 550 players to lift the prestigious trophy. He grossed 81 and netted 67 on count back in the event that marked the tenure end of Distinguished Senator Emmanuel Anosike as the Captain of the Abuja based Golf Club.

However, handicap 4, Mohammed Suleiman played 70 gross to win Men’s Best gross while police woman Rachael Danjuma of handicap 8 won the Ladies Best Gross with 84.

Other awardees in the night include, J. Ahmed in the Veteran Men, J. Obinyan in the Super Veteran category, Amina Wilfred in the Handicap zero to 18 ladies, M. Nwoye in the Veteran Ladies, Banjo Obaleye in the Sponsor category, M. Agbo in the Guest Men and R.A. Nyam in the Guest Ladies.

In his show of appreciation to the players and guests which include Corp Marshal of the Federal Road Safety, Boboye Oyeyemi, the outgoing Captain described the week long event as fulfilling.

“One thing that is major in everybody’s life, two things. Beginning and End. I believed I started very well and by the grace of God am ending very well. The major issue in any Golf Club is to have last tournament, we called it ‘end of the term tournament’. IBB’s own Captain’s Cup. This particular outing is key because of people’s acceptance and satisfaction. I am excited that this is coming to an end and last week I played hole-in-one.” He said.

Senator Anosike thanked those who stood by him during his one year in office, promised to support whoever succeed him. He said the legacy is leaving behind is peace. “I am a son to the Board of trustee, am a son to the Club, am a son to the Ladies section and am a brother to tennis section”, he concluded.

On his own, the Chairman, Organising Planning Committee, former Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Bayo Ojo, SAN, said the event was successful because of the support of all the club members.

Highlights of the occasion was presentation of various trophies to the winners as well as thank you awards to the sponsors.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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6 days ago

September 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria is poised to make history as it seeks to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, a monumental opportunity that promises to transform the nation’s economy, infrastructure, and global standing.

More than a sporting spectacle, the Games would serve as a catalyst for development across multiple sectors, leaving behind a legacy of national pride and sustainable growth.

The benefits of hosting the Games extend far beyond the sports arena. Nigeria stands to gain both empirical and non-empirical advantages, with direct, indirect, and induced impacts that will touch every corner of society. Infrastructural development will take center stage, with new facilities such as indoor sports halls, conference centers, and improved road networks reshaping urban landscapes while strengthening the nation’s capacity to host future international events.

Economic growth is another significant dividend. Over 10,000 jobs are expected to be created, spanning construction, facility management, event planning, and tourism services.

The hospitality industry will undergo major improvements as hotels and resorts are upgraded to meet international standards, while local restaurants, lounges, and tourist attractions will see a surge in patronage from international visitors. Small and medium enterprises, particularly in the transport, finance, and food service sectors, will become some of the greatest beneficiaries, as the Games generate new demand and expand opportunities for local businesses.
The Commonwealth Games will also accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s sports industry.

Investments in training facilities, coaching, and talent development will inspire a new generation of athletes, ensuring long-term benefits that extend beyond 2030, a major focus of the President Bola Tinubu administration.
At the same time, the process of preparing for the Games will create opportunities for Nigerians to learn new crafts, acquire technical skills, and engage in global-standard event management, thereby strengthening human capacity and innovation across industries.

Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the Nigeria Sports Commission, and Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Director General, have been widely recognized for their tireless and visionary leadership in repositioning Nigeria’s sporting sector.

Their commitment to facilitating infrastructural development and strengthening grassroots sports development has laid the foundation for Nigeria’s bold bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Under their leadership, the NSC is fostering strategic partnerships and driving innovation in sports administration, they have demonstrated the nation’s readiness to stage an event of such global magnitude.

Beyond the tangible gains, the hosting of the 2030 Commonwealth Games carries profound symbolic value. It would be a moment of unity and pride, a chance for Nigeria to showcase its cultural richness, resilience, and excellence to the world.
As a centenary edition, the Games would stand as a historic milestone not just for the Commonwealth but for Nigeria itself, cementing its place on the global stage as a capable, ambitious, and forward-looking nation.

The gains from hosting the Commonwealth Games can never be undermined or overemphasized. This is Nigeria’s time to step forward and show the world our resilience, and excellence. We call on every Nigerian, across sectors and communities, to support this noble aspiration.

Nigeria’s pursuit of the 2030 Commonwealth Games is a vision for transformation, a blueprint for national development, and a legacy project that will inspire generations to come.

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