Ekanem Ekwueme Calls for Nigeria to Win AACT 2026 Trophy

Ekanem Ekwueme, the former President of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria and AACT Trustee for West and Central Africa, has called for Nigeria to seize the opportunity of hosting the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) to achieve a historic victory. Scheduled from November 2 to 7, 2026, at the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja, this championship is significant as it represents national pride and continental recognition.

Ekwueme described the AACT as the “Nations Cup” of women’s golf, highlighting the importance of competing for one’s country. She noted that winning the trophy would be a remarkable achievement for Nigeria and its golfers.

Nigeria will host the AACT for the third time, having previously done so in 1996 and 2010. Ekwueme anticipates fierce competition, particularly from established golf nations like South Africa, Egypt, and Morocco, which have strong records in the championship.

The event presents an opportunity for players to showcase their skills and for Nigeria to enhance its standing in women's golf.