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Ekiti FA Congratulates Anambra Football leadership

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4 years ago

July 28, 2022

..As NFF ratifies Iloenyosi’s FA Chairmanship

By Akeem Busari

It is a new dawn for football development as the Nigeria Football Federation has officially recognised and ratified the contentious October 2020 elections that brought in ex-Nigeria international Chikelue Iloenyosi as the the Chairman of Anambra State Football Association.

In a swift reaction to the NFF letter of ratification and recognition signed by the Assistant Secretary of the NFF Electoral Committee, Barrister Onoja Joshua, the leadership of Ekiti State Football Association, has congratulated the Anambra State FA led by Chikelue Iloenyosi.

In the congratulatory message, Chairman of Ekiti State Football Association, Bayo Olanlege, described the new development as a way forward for football development in Nigeria, particularly at this time that the players union is agitating for more representation in the NFF Congress and particularly, by the Anambra State Football Association in view of the delibitating effects the hitherto misgivings on Iloenyosi’s election have had on the growth of football in the state.

He went on to advise stakeholders and enthusiasts of Nigerian football to rally ranks and be selfless in the pursuits of a better Nigerian football.

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29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase

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3 hours ago

October 4, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

With 29 days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Nigeria is stepping up preparations to host the continental women’s team golf championship, with the extensive rehabilitation of the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja providing a major boost to the country’s readiness.

In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja Director of Communication AACT 2026, Kayode Adeniyi said the Club’s Board of Trustees has assured that the facility will be fully prepared to welcome golfers, officials and delegates from across Africa when the championship tees off on November 2.

Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, CFR, gave the assurance after inspecting ongoing rehabilitation works at the Club, expressing satisfaction with the progress recorded so far.

The IBB International Golf and Country Club has undergone extensive rehabilitation following its closure to regular golfing activities for more than a year. The intervention has focused on the golf course, selected holes, the clubhouse and other key facilities required to provide a befitting venue for the continental championship.

Justice Dongban-Mensem expressed confidence that the rehabilitation programme would be completed in time for the AACT, further reassuring stakeholders that the Club would be ready to host Africa’s leading female golfers.

Chairman of the Club’s Interim Management Committee, Peter Deshi, also expressed optimism over the progress of work, with regular golfing activities expected to resume ahead of the championship.

For the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the readiness of the host venue remains a critical component of the country’s preparations.

President of the Association, Dr. Lami Ahmed, has similarly expressed confidence in Nigeria’s preparations to stage a successful championship.

The 2026 AACT is scheduled to take place from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.

With the countdown now entering its final month, the rehabilitation of the Club is sending a strong message about Nigeria’s determination to deliver a successful championship and provide a worthy stage for Africa’s finest female golfers.

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