Vincent Torgah Claims Lakowe Lakes Classic Title in Playoff

Vincent Torgah, a Ghanaian golfer, triumphed over Nigeria’s Kamalu Bako in a sudden-death playoff to win the Lakowe Lakes Golf Classic, securing the Sunshine Development Tour (SDT) title. Torgah finished the tournament at three-under-par, having carded rounds of 70, 71, and a final round of 70.

Bako, who began the final round trailing, produced an impressive six-under-par 66, which included eight birdies and two bogeys, to tie Torgah and force the playoff. The tournament, held at the par-72 Lakowe Lakes Championship Course, was marked by rain disruptions, requiring the 33 finalists to return to complete their rounds.

Torgah's victory also earned him an electric car from CIG Motors. Rwanda’s Celestine Nsanzuwera and Nigeria’s Ezekiel Afisco shared third place at two-under-par.

SDT Chief Executive Officer David Ndungu emphasized the potential of professional golf in West Africa, while Lakowe Lakes Golf Manager Femi Olagbenro reiterated the club's commitment to developing the sport.