Murtala Saleh Clinches Men's Title at NLNG Golf Classic 2025

Murtala Saleh claimed the men's Division 1 title with a net score of 68, narrowly edging out Peter Igbi. Ladi Gladi Tobin emerged victorious in the women's Division 1 with a net score of 75, defeating last year's champion, Kafayat Bamimor.

The NLNG Golf Classic, sponsored by Nigeria LNG Limited, saw Abubakar Hussaini winning the best gross prize with an impressive score of 80. Other notable winners included Sonni Fombo, Oludar Oyegbami, and Bessi Obei in various categories.

The tournament featured technical prizes for achievements like the longest drive and nearest pin for both men and women. The event aimed to strengthen bonds among stakeholders and promote golf and friendship across Nigeria.

The 2025 edition was rescheduled to January 2026 due to prior commitments of the former NLNG Managing Director, Dr. Philip Mshelbila.