Envoy Applauds TIG club For Gymnastics Talent Hunt Grassroots Initiative

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5 years ago

April 5, 2022

By Joel Ajayi

British High Commissioner to Nigeria Catriona Laing has commended Tony International Gymnastics (TIG) for organizing the grassroots competition.

TIG in collaboration with the French international school organized a ‘Gymnastics/Ballet talents hunt’ competition for ages 3 to 12 years at the French International School in Abuja.

Laing said that she was impressed to see kids in their different performances in gymnastics.

According to her, I’m really amazed by the standard of talent here. Fantastic performance and it’s really nice to see and watched the kid’s performance.

“it’s a combination of raw talent and the resources you put into it couple with the dedication of the coaches and my daughter is also performing this very impressive competition.

” It’s very good, sports (Gymnastics) and encouraging talent to build up and grow But like all sports, you need resources in order to reach the highest level.

“I think it’s a combination of scouting for talent, encouraging children to stick with it, some children get to a certain age and other distractions come in,” she said

She said that parents need to encourage them (children) to continue in sports activities in other to breed success in sports.

“The more they see other children performing in competitions and succeeding, the more that will inspire other children to come out to compete.

“This type of Competition will help to discover raw talent, to scout for athletes that will compete in Olympic standard of competition, “she said

Speaking on his part the headmaster of the French International School Abuja, Alain Chassard, said is impressed to see the large number of students participating in the competition.

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

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7 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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