First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Celebrates Golf Championship
Senator Oluremi Tinubu, the First Lady of Nigeria, emphasized the significance of Nigeria hosting the All-Africa Challenge Golf Trophy 2026 for the third time, stating it reflects the continent's confidence in Nigeria's capacity. Speaking at the championship's opening at the IBB International Golf and Country Club Abuja, she expressed pride in the event, which features 20 African countries.
The theme, “Uniting Africa Through the Greens,” underscores golf's ability to transcend borders and cultures. Mrs. Tinubu commended the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria for the Girls in Golf Legacy Project, which aims to introduce 300 young girls to golf across Nigeria's six geopolitical zones.
She encouraged the visiting female golfers to explore Nigeria's landmarks and embrace its culture while competing with integrity. Various speakers, including Dr Lami Onayi and Otunba Segun Runsewe, reiterated golf's unifying power and the growing influence of female golfers in Nigeria.
The championship is set to conclude on November 7, 2026.
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