Olusegun Runsewe Revives Nigeria Open Golf Tournament

Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, the president of the Nigerian Golf Federation, is actively working to elevate the standard of golf in Nigeria. He has revived the Nigeria Open Golf Tournament, which is set to take place from November 16-27, 2027, marking its first occurrence in two decades.

Runsewe, who has over three decades of experience in various government roles, emphasizes that golf is not only a sport but also a significant networking opportunity that can generate revenue for the government. He believes that golfers are among the most traveled individuals, making golf a powerful vehicle for promoting Nigeria globally.

Runsewe's commitment to marketing Nigeria through sports mirrors his previous efforts in tourism, where he promoted the slogan ‘tourism is life’. His early career experience at the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting in 2003, where he was suggested by Thelma Iremiren to understudy the event, has shaped his approach to promoting the Nigerian brand.