Sports
NSF Reaffirms Olympic Ambition, Resolves Internal Disputes
By Joel Ajayi
President of the Nigeria Shooting Federation (NSF), Navy Captain Bamidele Olatunji Ayoade, has reaffirmed the Federation’s renewed focus on ensuring Nigeria’s participation in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, USA.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja on Thursday shortly after a crucial board meeting, Ayoade described the gathering as the most productive since he assumed office. The meeting, he said, was instrumental in repositioning the Federation and resolving lingering internal issues.
“This has been the best meeting since I came on board,” he said. “We opened up, had honest conversations, and resolved to move forward with a unified vision—qualifying for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. That is now our primary goal.”
Reflecting on Nigeria’s absence at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Ayoade attributed the setback to funding challenges and logistical hurdles, particularly issues surrounding the transportation of firearms for competition.
“There were unfortunate incidents in Dubai that prevented our athletes from competing with their equipment,” he explained. “We’ve learned from these setbacks and are putting measures in place to ensure they do not happen again.”
The NSF President noted that the Federation has adopted new strategies and is receiving increasing support from the National Sports Commission. These efforts, he said, are aimed at preparing athletes through proper training, international exposure, and participation in ranking events.
Ayoade also called on the public to disregard negative narratives circulating on social media, emphasizing that the Federation is now more united than ever.
“All our differences have been resolved. We are one family, and our collective dream is to see the Nigerian flag flown in Los Angeles. That’s our goal, and we are determined to achieve it.”
Confirming his intention to seek a second term, Ayoade announced that the Federation’s election has been scheduled for September 22, 2025.
He noted that the decision is part of ongoing efforts to stabilize the NSF’s leadership and maintain its current momentum.
Sports
AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja
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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