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Ladies Golf: Nigeria Can Conquer Africa If…. Ekwueme
….We Will be more focus- New President
Joel Ajayi
The immediate Past President, of Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria LGAN Ekanem Ekwueme, has revealed that Nigeria can only conquer Africa in the game of Africa if the country focuses more on the development of junior ladies golf as well as grassroots development.
She stated this at the closing ceremony of 2019 Nigeria Ladies Open 3-day tournament held inside IBB International Country Golf Course in Abuja.
The former president expressed that the best way to challenge other Africa countries is to focus more on the junior ladies’ golf as well as grassroots development.
According to her, Two years ago, when I came on board, I promised to take the game of golf to the next level as you can see today, we had a Junior ladies golf event that is never happened before.
“Nobody knew about ladies golf before but I am happy that today ladies Golf has come to stay.”
Speaking on how to move the game forward Ekwueme; “And if Nigeria is ready to compete well with other African counterparts, there is needs to improve on junior ladies’ golf development, that will be the best way to challenge another country in Africa. We need to catch them young.”
Giving hint on the handing over, she disclosed that election has been held, the leadership emerged which is my vice, and we have handed over to the next President, the standard has been created, we need to keep standard Nigeria flag must be flying high, it’s not about me, it’s about Nigerian.”
On her own, the newly elected president of LGAN Cole-Kodas vowed to build on the standard put in place by her predecessor.
“I want to build on what my predecessor has put in place, we had an election and I believe we are good to go”
When asked on what to do to ensure Nigeria win the next year edition as Ugandan has won the last two editions in Uyo and Abuja Respectively, the New President replied ” I think we have to change our formula and focus and have more determination that is the only way for us to compete strongly.
“We are going to work tiredness and focus on grassroots development to make sure Nigeria to the forefront
“We shall do everything possible that next year we shall give them run for their money.” She promised.
Meanwhile, at the end of this year’s edition a Ugandan, Irene emerged the overall winner have netted 236 to defeated a Nigerian Racheal Dajuma who came second with 248 in the 3 days tournament.
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Reps Security Session: Wale Raji Proposes Service Extension, Special Courts to Tackle Insecurity”
Joel Ajayi
The House of Representatives, on Thursday, intensified its search for sustainable solutions to Nigeria’s worsening security challenges as lawmakers continued it’s Special Plenary Session dedicated to reviewing the nation’s security architecture and strengthening its legislative response to growing threats.
Contributing to the debate, Hon. Wale Raji Member Representing Epe federal constituency of Lagos State and the Chairman House committee on livestock development presented far-reaching proposal aimed at strengthening national defense and tackling the escalating wave of insecurity across the country.
Hon. Raji commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for approving the recruitment of additional personnel into the Nigerian Police Force and the Nigerian Army. He, however, stressed that beyond new recruitment, Nigeria must urgently retain the institutional memory and field experience of officers nearing retirement.
Raji proposed an extension of service years for retiring military and police personnel—provided they are medically certified fit—arguing that their expertise is indispensable at a time when national security is under severe strain.
“New recruits will require extensive training and time to gain experience,Meanwhile, we have seasoned hands whose skills and knowledge can still be harnessed. The Public Service Rules allow for this extension, and we can consider an additional two to five years for fit and capable officers.”he noted.
The lawmaker further pushed for the establishment of Special Courts or Tribunals to handle terrorism and banditry-related cases. He recommended that investigations, trials, and convictions be conducted within a six-month window to ensure swift justice and send a strong message to criminal elements.
Hon. Raji also urged the House to accelerate constitutional amendments to make state police a reality and called for stronger integration of local governments into Nigeria’s security structure. Citing successful community-based security models from Lagos, he stressed their effectiveness in tackling local crimes and aiding prosecution.
Responding to Raji’s presentation, Deputy Speaker Benjamin Okezie Kalu praised the recommendations as “thought-provoking,” particularly the suggestion to re-engage retired officers whose experience the nation cannot afford to waste.
Kalu said the idea could lead to the creation of a special, highly trained force led by experienced officers who left the service due to promotions or political appointments.“It is a very stimulating suggestion,We will dissect it further and reflect it appropriately in our resolutions.”he said.
The House is expected to develop concrete actions based on these proposals as Nigeria presses forward in the fight against insecurity.
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