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Oliola of Anegbette Clan received Beach Soccer Nigeria Family in Anegbette Community of Edo State.

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4 years ago

December 23, 2022

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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AACT 2026: Girls in Golf initiatives kick Start week-long Activities.

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3 hours ago

November 2, 2026

The Gleamer

The week-long activities designed as part of 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy got underway Monday with Girls in Golf initiative.

The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria, LGAN says initiative will empower young girls and inspire the next generation of female golfers in Nigeria.

Dr Lami Ahmed, LGAN President and Chairperson, Local Organising Committee for the All Africa Challenge Trophy said this during a training programme for no fewer than 60 young girls at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja.

Ahmed said the initiative was designed to extend golf’s impact beyond competition by investing in young people and creating opportunities for their development.

“We believe that charity calls on us to touch lives and invest in others. Golf is not just about playing the game; it is also about giving back to society,” she said.

She explained that the future of women’s golf depended on introducing girls to the sport early and providing them with the skills and opportunities to excel.

Dr Lami said the Girls in Golf initiative was designed to introduce young girls to the sport, ignite their interest and expose them to the opportunities available through golf.

According to her, the initiative will also help girls develop valuable skills, build confidence and make informed decisions about their future careers.

Ahmed said the association had observed an increase in the number of female caddies across the country, making it necessary to create structured pathways for girls interested in golf.

She added that the initiative would encourage girls to explore different opportunities within the sport, including playing professionally and pursuing other golf-related careers.

Ahmed expressed gratitude to Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, wife of the President and founder of the Renewed Hope Initiative, for supporting the programme and the 2026 AACT.

She said the first Lady had demonstrated a strong commitment to human capital development, particularly initiatives that empower women and the girl-child.

“Her Excellency readily embraced the project because she believes in giving back to society, especially by supporting children and creating opportunities for them to thrive,” Ahmed said.

She added that preparations for the championship were progressing well, with teams from various African countries already in Abuja.

The week-long continental women’s golf championship is expected to end on Friday, with teams from at least 20 African countries expected to compete for honours.

Ahmed said LGAN remained committed to using golf as a platform for youth development, empowerment and the promotion of greater participation by women and girls in sports.

She urged stakeholders to support initiatives that would make golf more accessible to young girls and create sustainable pathways for their participation in the sport.

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