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Northwest Gymnastics Champion,Kwaranga Munyal Sets Sights on 2028 Olympics ,seeks Gov. Inuwa’s Support

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3 years ago

February 25, 2024

Following her outstanding performance at the Northeast Zonal Gymnastics Championships in Bauchi, where she clinched three gold medals in floor and vault, and emerged as the best all-around athlete representing Gombe State, 13-year-old Kwaranga Munyal is now aiming higher. With her eyes set on representing Nigeria at the upcoming international gymnastics championship in Singapore, Munyal is determined to make her family, state, and country proud.

Reflecting on her achievements, Munyal expressed gratitude to her supportive parents and highlighted the significance of the Northeast Zonal Gymnastics Championships in promoting the sport’s growth in the region. Despite some logistical challenges, she sees it as a promising start and believes organizers can address shortcomings in future editions.

Looking ahead, Munyal is focused on excelling at the Singaporean tournament and has her sights set on the 2028 Olympics. She acknowledges that there’s still work to be done and is determined to continue improving, aiming to perform well at upcoming events like the Youth Games and the National Sports Festival.

Munyal also hopes for support from her state governor, Muhammad Inuwa Yahaya, to alleviate the financial burden on her parents and enable her to pursue her gymnastics dreams through scholarships, similar to initiatives undertaken by other governors for gymnasts in her club in Abuja.

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29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase

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9 hours ago

October 4, 2026

The Gleamer

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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