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Minister of Sports Meets Nigeria’s Contingent from Gymnastics Championship, Restates Equal Attention For All Sports

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3 years ago

August 25, 2023

Nigeria’s Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Enoh, on Thursday, welcomed Nigeria’s contingent that participated at the Malta Gymstars International Championship in Malta.

The team of young gymnasts represented Nigeria in the 15 nation championship. The Nigerian TIG team of seven young gymnasts, led by Coach Tony Asuquo clinched 23 medals in total, in Cottonera, Malta.

Addressing the team, the Honourable Minister for Sports congratulated the contingent on the behalf of His Excellency, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for making Nigeria proud. He also thanked the TIG Gymnastics club for the promotion of gymnastics in Nigeria, urging them to keep staying true to their mission.

“On behalf of His Excellency, the President of Nigeria, Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I congratulate you all for the enormous feat. I regard this as very tremendous efforts,” Enoh said. “Your private efforts have benefited our country a great deal. It’s amazing what you all have done in far away Malta.”

“I am here to encourage the efforts you’re making as youngsters at the early age. We will ensure that no sports suffers neglect, as our attention will be spread across all sports, with special attention for the grassroots.”

“While education is important, we also want to help budding stars grow their talents and fulfil their potentials. We want kids to grow up knowing that, even as a gymnast, they can get to the world stage and do great things. As minister of sports, I will remain very interested and committed to the growth of our youngsters.”

The coach cum founder of TIG Club, Anthony Asuquo stated that seven junior gymnasts represented the country and won 8 gold, 8 silver, and 7 bronze medals.
Chiwendu Okpanku emerged as the third best in the world and number one in the Vault category.

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

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19 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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