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IBB Captain’s Inaugural Golf Tournament: The newly elected EXCO set to roll out plans
Joel Ajayi
The newly elected executives of the IBB International Golf and Country Club are set to roll out plans for their tenure, as they plan to host the Captain’s Inaugural Golf Tournament, scheduled for Aug. 23 to Aug. 25, 2024.
The tournament, which would commence on Friday, Aug. 23, is expected to host over 200 members of the club to felicitate with the new executives as part of the club’s tradition.
In a statement signed on Wednesday in Abuja by Social & Welfare OfficerIBB Golf, and Country Club Dr Lanre Phillips, stated that, the captain of the club, Ibrahim Babayo, said that the present executive members were elected in April and it is part of the club’s tradition to host a captain’s inaugural golf tournament to usher them into the club.
According to him, even as newly elected EXCO members, they have already started their various programmes, and the major ones were the maintenance of the course and zero tolerance for waste.
“We are hosting the captains’ inaugural tournament, which is to usher in the new EXCO that was elected in April this year. It is a tradition that we do every year. After the inauguration of EXCO, a tournament is held to showcase the golfing prowess of our members.
“The EXCO normally lay out their programmes for the tenure, as you can see that the paramount programme is the maintenance of the course, the improvement of the course, and work as started in earnest.
“During our campaigns, we also talked about zero tolerance for waste, especially plastic, we have started implementing it. We will also upgrade the clubhouse, among other numerous things,’’ he stated.
Also, the Lady Captain, Dame Julie Donli, OON, said that this year’s inaugural was going to be unique. “Captain’s inaugural is usually organised by the Captain of the club.
“This inaugural is used to usher in the one-year tenure of the captain, and to unfold the yearly plans, we are able to tell everyone what we have in stock for them.
“We are able to meet all the members and golf with them. Basically, that is what the captain’s inaugural is all about.”
Donli also mentioned that golf is absolutely essential to the mental health of every human being.
The prize and award ceremony is billed for Sunday, August 25.
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Thrills as 2026 National Hockey Super League Opens in Abuja — NHF President Promises Greater Innovation
Cyril Ogar
The atmosphere was electric on Saturday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, as the 2026 National Hockey Super League officially kicked off in grand style.
The championship, which runs from November 1st to 9th, features 13 male and 8 female teams from across the country competing for supremacy in Nigeria’s top-tier hockey competition.
In the opening fixtures, Police Machine dominated IGP Flickers 9–1, Kada Stars overwhelmed Adamawa 13–0, Plateau edged Ekiti 1–0, while Niger Flickers crushed Team Katsina 10–0.
Speaking at the ceremony, President of the Nigeria Hockey Federation (NHF), Engr. Simon Nkom, expressed satisfaction with the smooth start, describing the league as a key milestone in the Federation’s renewed drive to strengthen grassroots hockey and promote national development of the sport.
“This is indeed a proud moment for us. We are here to witness a national event that we hold in very high esteem,” he said. “It’s a great way to end the year, return to our grassroots, and continue developing the game.”
Nkom, who also serves as an Executive Member of the African Hockey Federation Board, assured that the Federation will sustain its current momentum and introduce more innovations in 2027 to further elevate Nigerian hockey both locally and internationally.
“Our focus remains on building a strong foundation for our players and promoting discipline, teamwork, and fair play,” he added.
“Beyond monetary rewards, the experience gained here is invaluable. We will continue to recognize excellence through awards for Best Player, Best Goalkeeper, Youngest Player, and Most Disciplined Team.”
The Tournament Director, Mr. Falore Olajuyigbe, confirmed that the league will run for one week, ending on November 8th, with teams departing the following day. He praised the level of play and organization so far.
“The matches have been exciting and competitive. Attendance has been encouraging, and we’re confident that the quality of play will keep improving,” Olajuyigbe said.
He added that the tournament is benefitting from lessons learned during Nigeria’s participation in the African Club Championship in Ismailia, Egypt, noting that two Nigerian umpires who officiated at that continental event are also part of the officiating crew in Abuja.
As the 2026 National Hockey Super League unfolds, excitement continues to build among fans and players alike, with Abuja firmly at the center of Nigeria’s hockey action.
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