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Oliola of Anegbette Clan received Beach Soccer Nigeria Family in Anegbette Community of Edo State.
The Oliola of Anegbette and Clan Head of South Uneme in Etsako Central Local Government of Edo State, His Royal Highness Alhaji Godfrey Y. Momodu (JP) welcomed the delegation of Nigeria Beach Soccer Association members who paid him a courtesy visit in his palace led by the African Beach Soccer Union (ABSU), President Mr Mahmud Hadejia.
The Nigeria Beach Soccer delegates arrived Anegbette community from Abuja to support and witness the 2022 Edo State Beach Soccer competition hosted by Chief Francis Osigbemhe Awoefe CEO/MD Habitel Care Foundation.
Receiving the delegation at his palace, His Royal Highness Alh. Godfrey Y.Momodu (JP) Ugbodaga spoke extensively about the existence of Anegbette clan to his guests on how he has been overseeing the affairs of his people for the past 41 years till date.
“Let me tell you that Anegbette clan is a peaceful and safe place where you can live and go about doing your business. Our people back in the days are blacksmiths and goldsmiths which were very viable in terms of commercial value, due to the fact that Anegbette had a ship bath in which the British came to buy the finished products of our blacksmiths such as irons, swords, bows and arrows used for slave trading. We are also blessed with plenty land we use for agriculture”.
Speaking about the visit and how the ongoing Beach soccer tournament has brought life to his people and it’s environs, the Otsosu Onaguma could not hide his joy as he was full of praise to Chief Francis Awoefe. “I want to sincerely appreciate our son, Chief Francis Osigbemhe Awoefe the Eche of Orogun Kingdom for his massive contributions to our people, he is a blessing to everyone. I had to call him to make sure that the Beach Soccer Tournament holds this year because it is an event that our people take with pride and use as a festival during this festive season, I can but only pray that God will continue to bless him for Us”.
Responding on behalf of the Nigeria Beach Soccer delegation, the African Beach Soccer Union President Mr Mahmud Hadejia thanked His Royal Highness for the warm reception towards them and he assured that with what his team has seen on ground, Anegbette has the capacity of hosting a phase for the Nigeria Beach Soccer League in not too distant future which will be entering the third season next year.
Hadejia who doubles as the National Coordinator of the Nigeria Beach Soccer League (NBSL) therefore on behalf of the Nigeria Beach Soccer Association (NBSA) presented a branded jersey of the NBSA to the Oliola of Anegbette Clan.
Photo: Oluwabusayo Olowookere (NBSL Media), Chief Francis Osigbemhe Awoefe (CEO Habitel Care Foundation, Mahmud Hadejia (President ABSU), His Royal Highness GYM (Oliola of Anegbette Clan), Coach Abdullahi Isa (Technical Director NBSL), Ibrahim Tanko (NBSL IT)
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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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