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KCee to Headline Closing Ceremony of CAA African U18/U20 Athletics Championship

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1 year ago

July 20, 2025

Joel Ajayi

Top-rated Nigerian music star KCee has been confirmed as the headline performer for the closing ceremony of the 3rd CAA African U18/U20 Athletics Championships, taking place in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

The announcement has added a fresh wave of excitement to an already electrifying event that has captivated the athletics community across Africa and beyond.

The championship which started on July 16, has seen record-breaking performances and fierce competition, will draw to a colorful close with a ceremony set to celebrate the spirit of youth, excellence, and continental unity through music, culture, and sport.

KCee, known for his energetic stage presence and chart-topping hits such as Limpopo and Ojapiano, is expected to thrill spectators and athletes with a live performance that promises to match the intensity and flair of the competition itself.

With Team Nigeria and Team South Africa locked in a thrilling battle at the top of the medals table, anticipation is high for the final day of competition. Both nations have dominated the podium in multiple track and field events, showcasing the depth of talent and athletic promise across the continent.

NSC Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko who will be on ground to attend the closing ceremony alongside other top Government dignitaries, said the Championship has been very exciting from the first day and ending it with a colourful closing ceremony is only benefitting for such a continental event.

Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director General of the National Sports Commission, noted that the choice of KCee reflects the desire to blend sports with culture and entertainment, creating a memorable send-off for participating athletes, officials, and fans.

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

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23 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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