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Sports Minister Congratulates Usman
Encomium has continued to trail the exploits of Nigerian born pugilist Kamarudeen Usman for retaining his Ultimate fighting Championship belt against Jorge Masvidal over the weekend.
According to a statement by the Media Office of Youth and Sports Development Minister Mr. Sunday Dare, Usman’s win is not only inspiring, but a confirmation of the never say die Nigerian spirit.
“A big congratulations to Usman for making Nigeria proud by retaining his Ultimate fighting Championship title against Jorge Masvidal. His tenacity, courage and consistency are typical of the Nigerian spirit of never giving up. He is not only a worthy champion but a great Nigerian in whom we are all proud.
“Once again he has shown that he is not just a patriot, but an embodiment of a great athlete who has projected the image of our dear country before the whole world positively. You are indeed a great Ambassador of Nigeria,” the statement concluded.
Usman retained his title via unanimous decision in Abu Dhabi on Sunday. The fight was almost called off due to a disagreement overpay. Masvidal was named as a last-minute replacement to his earlier challenger Gilbert Burns who pulled out after he tested positive for Covid-19.
The feat is Usman’s 11th successful win in 3 title defense in the United Arab Emirates. Usman earned $600,000 appearance fee and $40,000 as incentives, while his challenger got $500,000.
The Nigerian Nightmare has won 16 of his last 17 fights, losing only to Jose Caseres in 2013.
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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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