Sports
FCMB Reclaims PFA Games Title
FCMB Pension emerged as the overall champion of the 2024 Pension Fund Administrators (PFA) Games after a thrilling five-day competition that brought together industry leaders for a battle of skill, strategy, and teamwork beyond the boardroom.
The event featured pension administrators, including NUMPENCO, Trustfund, Norrenberger, Tangerine APT, NPF, NNPC, Access ARM, Premium, and the National Pension Commission (PenCom), competing in football, volleyball, table tennis, snooker, scrabble, chess, and team-bonding games.
Tangerine APT stole the spotlight in football, rebounding from a shaky start to claim victory handling back-to-back defeat to Premium Pension in the final, thereby dethroning defending champions Trustfund.
In the team-bonding games, Norrenberger showcased dominance, while FCMB and Premium Pension followed closely in second and third places. Chess saw Damilola Ogunnaike defend his crown, defeating NPF’s Umar Turaki in a masterclass performance.
FCMB’s prowess extended to volleyball, where they maintained consistency and dominance. Scrabble was a battlefield for Access ARM, who upset the favorites, Norrenberger, with an exceptional display. In table tennis, Premium Pension’s Baana Mustapha edged out FCMB’s Adebayo Jamiu in a thrilling final, while Access ARM clinched the snooker title, defeating Norrenberger.
At the closing ceremony, PenCom’s Director General, Omolola Oloworaran, praised the organizers for fostering camaraderie, networking, and well-being among sector professionals. “This competition strengthens bonds and promotes holistic growth within the industry. We look forward to an even grander edition next year,” she remarked.
With their remarkable performance across multiple disciplines, FCMB Pension walked away as the ultimate winner, setting a high bar for the competition’s next edition.
Sports
AACT 2026: Babagirei-Ahmad Assures Visitors of Smooth Visa Processing, Warm Welcome
By Joel Ajayi
With nine days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Chairperson of the Visa, Airport Reception and Protocol Committee, Zulaiha Babagirei-Ahmad, has assured participating countries and other visitors of smooth visa processing and a warm reception ahead of the continental women’s golf championship.
Babagirei-Ahmad said preparations were progressing smoothly, with her committee working closely with relevant agencies and stakeholders to ensure a seamless arrival experience for golfers, team officials and other delegates expected in Nigeria.
She noted that the committee was committed to providing a welcoming atmosphere and efficient protocol services that would make the stay of visitors memorable while showcasing Nigeria’s renowned hospitality
With about 30 African countries expected to participate in the championship, the committee is coordinating visa arrangements, airport reception and other logistical requirements to facilitate the arrival and movement of international guests.
According to her, the objective goes beyond ensuring smooth entry into the country, as the committee is determined to make every visitor feel welcome from the moment they arrive in Abuja.
She added that the championship offers Nigeria an opportunity to strengthen relationships among African nations, promote unity through sport and showcase the country’s capacity to host major international sporting events.
The 2026 edition will be the third time Nigeria has hosted the All Africa Challenge Trophy, following the 1996 championship at Ikoyi Club 1938 in Lagos and the 2010 edition at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.
The tournament is scheduled to hold from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, Abuja, under the slogan, “Uniting Africa Through the Greens.”
With preparations entering the final stretch, Babagirei-Ahmad expressed confidence that the committee would deliver efficient visa coordination, effective airport reception and quality protocol services to ensure a pleasant experience for all visitors.
As the countdown continues, Nigeria is preparing to welcome Africa’s golfing community to Abuja for a championship expected to celebrate sporting excellence, friendship and continental unity.
9 DAYS TO GO!
AACT 2026: UNITING AFRICA THROUGH THE GREENS.
AFRICA IS COMING TO ABUJA!
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