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Nigeria International Energy Summit 2026 Kicks Off with NIES Golf Tournament

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8 months ago

January 29, 2026

Joel Ajayi

The Nigeria International Energy Summit(NIES) Golf Tournament 2026 is scheduled to take place on Sunday, February 1st, 2026, at the TYB-IGRCC, Asokoro, Abuja.

The tournament is conceived as a high-level networking and relationship-building platform, bringing together senior government officials, industry leaders, policymakers, and key stakeholders across Nigeria’s energy value chain in a relaxed yet strategic setting.

The tournament will feature six competitive categories: Nearest Pin (Ladies and Men), Longest Drive (Ladies and Men), Ladies Net (Winner and Runner-up), Men Net (Winner, Runner-up, and 3rd Place), Single Hole/Cocktail (Winner Ladies / Men), and Overall Best Gross.All winners will receive trophies.

The tournament structure accommodates golfers of various skill levels and ensures broad participation from both energy industry professionals and the wider golfing community.

The event will feature special guest appearances in the energy sector.

Among the distinguished dignitaries expected to attend are the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Gas), Hon. Ekperikpe Ekpo, the Minister of State for Petroleum Resources (Oil), Sen. Heineken Lokpobori; and the Minister of Power, Hon. Adelabu Adebayo.

Additionally, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, Mrs. Patience Nwakuso Oyekunle, will be in attendance for the Ceremonial Tee-Off, symbolically reflecting the Federal Government’s continued support for collaboration, dialogue, and sustainable development within Nigeria’s oil, gas, and broader energy sectors.

This tournament represents a strategic initiative to project Nigeria’s energy sector onto both global and sporting stages as a key sector in the nation’s economic development.

The event creates networking opportunities and strengthens professional relationships within the energy community.

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

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10 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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