Sports
Minister Of Sports Development Enthused By Cyclers
Joel Ajayi
It has been very revealing what’s going on in our various sports communities, all targeted at growing grassroots sports and encouraging private sector involvement
The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh was present at the Pitstop Lagos Criterium, a monthly cycling race organized by the Pitstop community to promote grassroots cycling, athleticism and Adopt a Youth initiative which seeks to shape responsible, dedicated, and exemplary youths through academic sponsorship, cycling, employment and mentorship by senior members of the cycling community.
The Minister stated clearly the commitment of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda for Sports Development in the country, paying apt attention to the various sports and their Federations for proper development from the grassroots through to advanced levels.
“The race is highly appreciated, and we should be encouraged by the government’s presence,” he said.
Giving the Sports Minister a brief on the Pitstop Cycling community, Adebisi Adebutu a senior Pitstop mentor said the consistency of the event for the past four years has attracted major corporate sponsors such as Access Bank, Craneburg Construction and Ìlúbìrìn Lagos Island. Mentor Adebisi said :
“This has in turn spiked interest in cycling such that it has become the fastest-growing sport in the country attracting a wide demography from across professional and recreational cyclists. Cycling has developed this deep ecosystem that is providing hope and opportunity to the young people involved in the sport”.
He further mentioned that the cycling community has promoted the “adopt an athlete” initiative of the Sports Ministry which has seen so many athletes being supported by recreational riders.
The Honourable Minister of Sports lauded the Sponsors of the event and encouraged more Corporate Organizations, and the private sector to be encouraged to do more.
” Having me come here sends a signal on the Ministries Openness to collaborate with corporate organizations to develop grassroots sports and encourage greater private sector participation”.
Pitstop Lagos Criterium had 50 participants and three teams, team Access, team Craneburg, and team Ilubirin. The competitors did 23 laps on the Dolphin loop.
Isaac Gana emerged in 1st position and winner of the grand prize of one million naira. Team Access won the best team.
The event was graced by top members of the community who are also mentors including Adebisi Adebutu, John Adesioye, Busola Songonuga, and Femi Ehindero.
Sports
29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase
Joel Ajayi
With 29 days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Nigeria is stepping up preparations to host the continental women’s team golf championship, with the extensive rehabilitation of the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja providing a major boost to the country’s readiness.
In a statement issued on Sunday in Abuja Director of Communication AACT 2026, Kayode Adeniyi said the Club’s Board of Trustees has assured that the facility will be fully prepared to welcome golfers, officials and delegates from across Africa when the championship tees off on November 2.
Chairperson of the Board of Trustees, Hon. Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, CFR, gave the assurance after inspecting ongoing rehabilitation works at the Club, expressing satisfaction with the progress recorded so far.
The IBB International Golf and Country Club has undergone extensive rehabilitation following its closure to regular golfing activities for more than a year. The intervention has focused on the golf course, selected holes, the clubhouse and other key facilities required to provide a befitting venue for the continental championship.
Justice Dongban-Mensem expressed confidence that the rehabilitation programme would be completed in time for the AACT, further reassuring stakeholders that the Club would be ready to host Africa’s leading female golfers.
Chairman of the Club’s Interim Management Committee, Peter Deshi, also expressed optimism over the progress of work, with regular golfing activities expected to resume ahead of the championship.
For the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the readiness of the host venue remains a critical component of the country’s preparations.
President of the Association, Dr. Lami Ahmed, has similarly expressed confidence in Nigeria’s preparations to stage a successful championship.
The 2026 AACT is scheduled to take place from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.
With the countdown now entering its final month, the rehabilitation of the Club is sending a strong message about Nigeria’s determination to deliver a successful championship and provide a worthy stage for Africa’s finest female golfers.
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