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Day 2: North West, South West, South East Record Wins at NCF National U-17 Championship in Abuja
By Joel Ajayi
Match Day 2 of the 7th edition of the Nigeria Cricket Federation (NCF) National U-17 Championship Finals in Abuja delivered thrilling contests, as teams from the North West, South West and South East recorded impressive victories at the NCF Pitch.
The day’s action, featuring fixtures in the Boys’ Super League and the Girls’ Round One, was highlighted by dominant bowling displays and disciplined batting that significantly influenced the early tournament standings.Boys’ Category: North West, South East Dominate
In the boys’ division, the North West and South East teams produced commanding performances to underline their title ambitions.
North West vs North Central:North West posted a competitive total of 118/7 in 25 overs and went on to defeat North Central by 57 runs. David Garba led the charge with the bat, scoring 39 runs off 40 balls, before returning with the ball to claim three wickets as North Central were bowled out for 61.
South East vs North East:South East delivered one of the most dominant displays of the tournament, dismissing North East for just 14 runs in 9.2 overs. They chased down the target in only 1.2 overs without losing a wicket to secure a convincing 10-wicket victory.
Echem Chukwuemeka starred with the ball, producing a remarkable spell of five wickets for three runs in five overs.
Girls’ Category: South West, North West Secure Wins
The girls’ fixtures were more closely contested, with tactical bowling and resilient batting shaping the outcomes.
South West vs North Central:
South West edged North Central by two wickets in a thrilling encounter. North Central had set a target of 83 runs, with Fatima Musa delivering an impressive bowling performance of four wickets for seven runs. However, a determined 27 runs from Isijola Shalom guided South West to 84/8 to seal the win.
North West vs North East:North West secured a comfortable seven-wicket victory after restricting North East to 45 runs. Elizabeth Emmanuel led the bowling attack with three wickets for seven runs, while Emmanuel Eneta contributed 16 runs to help chase the target in 7.3 overs.
With the tournament gaining momentum, teams will now look to build on their performances as the championship continues in Abuja.
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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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