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FG Approves Operations of Nigeria Equestrian Federation
The federal government has approved the set-up of the Nigeria Equestrian Federation (NEF), as part of efforts to build a sustainable equestrian ecosystem across the country.
In an official response dated September 2, 2024, and addressed to the President of the NEF, Dr. Obiorah Anthony, the Federal Ministry of Sports, now National Sports Commission (NSC) acknowledged receipt of a letter from the Federation, initially dated May 6, 2024.
The letter proposed strategic partnerships aimed at scaling and expanding the sport of equestrianism nationwide.
The NSC through a letter signed by Ajao Olufemi C. on behalf of the former minister, approved several steps the Federation should take to formalise the relationship.
These include: Uniting all equestrian clubs in Nigeria under a single umbrella, registration of the Federation with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC), gaining recognition as a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) to facilitate official collaboration with the NSC, submission of a proposal for equestrian sports demonstrations at national events such as the National Sports Festival and the National Youth Games.
The Sports commission also extended warm sporting regards to the Federation, signaling an openness to further engagement as the stipulated requirements are met.
The move is seen as a significant step towards mainstreaming equestrian sports in Nigeria, promoting unity among clubs, and creating pathways for national recognition and development.
Sports
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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