Sports
Tennis Community Mourns, Celebrates Legacy of Late Engr. Ifedayo Akindoju
Joel Ajayi
It was a solemn evening filled with emotions, memories, and deep reflections as the Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF), family members, and tennis enthusiasts gathered at the Tennis Courts of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, to honor the life and legacy of the late Engr. Ifedayo Akindoju, Immediate past President of the Federation.
The Night of Tributes was not just a symbolic gathering but a heartfelt farewell to a man whose leadership, passion, and service left an indelible mark on Nigerian tennis. The atmosphere was sober yet dignified as friends, colleagues, and associates paid glowing tributes to a man they described as a true servant leader, a visionary, and a mentor to many.
Dignitaries present included former Minister of Youth and Sports Development Engr. Sani Ndanusa, President of the Confederation of African Tennis (CAT), Jean Claude Talon, President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation, Chief Victor Ochei, President of the Handball Federation of Nigeria, Jubril Saidu, and several representatives of sports associations, clubs, and corporate partners.
In his remarks, NTF President Chief Victor Ochei described Engr. Akindoju as “a man of integrity and excellence who gave his all to the development of tennis in Nigeria.”
He noted that under Akindoju’s leadership, Nigerian tennis witnessed significant progress, particularly in grassroots talent discovery, player development, and international representation.
“Engr. Akindoju lived for the game; he believed in people and worked tirelessly to elevate Nigerian tennis to global relevance,” Ochei said. “His passing is a great loss, but his legacy will continue to inspire future generations.”
Other speakers recalled his humility, professionalism, and unwavering dedication to sports administration. The event concluded with prayers for the repose of his soul and comfort for the bereaved family, as the tennis community bid farewell to one of its finest ambassadors.
The evening ended with prayers for his soul and words of comfort to his family, as the tennis community bid farewell to a man remembered not just for his achievements, but for his humanity, vision, and lifelong dedication to the game.
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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