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VEMP Tennis Open: Imeh Battles Oche As Marylove, Aanu Clash In Blockbuster Finals

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November 12, 2021

Nigerian number one, Joseph Imeh will be out in search for his second national title in less than three weeks when he lock horns against unseeded Adehi Oche in the men’s singles final of the ongoing 3rd edition of the VEMP National Open Tennis Championship on Saturday.

The Dala Hard Court winner, Imeh continued his dominance in the VEMP Open championship with a 6-1, 6-4 victory over Ikechu Iloputa in the first semifinal match played on Friday at the National Tennis Centre, Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.

Adehi Oche continues his fairytale

In the tournament by cruising to the final after his opponents Michael Chima threw in the towel due to injury.

Oche was leading the first set 5-0 before Chima called on the officials to end the game.

In the women’s final, Dala Hard Court champions, Edward Marylove will be up against highly attacking Aitegbusi Aanu in a match promises to be mouthwatering.

Marylove humbled Aderemi Omolola, 6-2, 6-2 as Aanu also dispatched Udokwelu Stella 6-3, 3-6 6-3 in the semifinals.

The duo of Joseph Imeh and Bikom Albert edged Mohammed Musa and Sylvanus Ajang 6-2, 7-5 (3) to emerged champions of the men’s doubles events.

Edward Marylove and Aitegbusi Aanu were crowned champions in the women’s doubles event after they outlasted the pair of Omotayo Blessing and Aderemi Omolade 6-7 (5) 6-1, 10(5) in grand style.

Meanwhile, the president of Nigeria Tennis Federation (NTF) Engr Ifedayo Akindoju has called on tennis fans in the nation’s capital to turn up in their numbers to support the players during the final showdown at the national Tennis Centre in Abuja to serve off 12noon.

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29 Days To AACT 2026: IBB Club Renewal Heralds Nigeria’s African Golf Showcase

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October 4, 2026

The Gleamer

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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