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Enugu State Gears Up for 23rd NSF as NSC DG, Holds Productive Meeting with Governor Mbah

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1 year ago

June 17, 2025

…LOC set for inauguration on Wednesday

Joel Ajayi

Preparations are in full swing for the 23rd National Sports Festival, to be hosted by Enugu State, as the Coal City positions itself to deliver a memorable fiesta.

The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, held a productive meeting with the Executive Governor of Enugu State, His Excellency Peter Ndubuisi Mbah at the Enugu State Government House on Tuesday, as part of strategic engagements to ensure early planning and smooth execution of the biennial multi-sport event.

During the visit, the Governor reaffirmed Enugu State’s resolve to delivering a world-class festival that will not only celebrate Nigeria’s athletic talents but also promote national unity and youth engagement.

In a major step forward, Governor Mbah has approved the composition of the Local Organising Committee (LOC), which will be officially inaugurated on Wednesday.

The LOC comprises seasoned professionals with robust credentials in sports administration, youth development, and executive planning—positioning the State to deliver a seamless and impactful festival experience.

According to the NSC DG, Hon. Olopade, “The National Sports Festival is more than just a competition; it’s a legacy project that transforms host cities. Enugu has shown impressive readiness and political will, which are the ingredients for success. We’re confident in their ability to deliver.”

Enugu State won the hosting rights for the 23rd edition of the festival after a highly competitive bidding process. The event is scheduled for 2026 and is expected to draw over thousands of athletes, coaches, officials, and spectators from across the country.

Building on the successes of Gateway Games 2024, Enugu State is poised to raise the bar even higher.

Committing itself to early planning, the State Government has promised to lay the groundwork for a landmark edition of the National Sports Festival—one that will celebrate athletic excellence, foster national unity, and leave a lasting legacy for the future of Nigerian sports.

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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10 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

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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