Abiola Popoola Wins TYB Captain's Inaugural Golf Tournament

Abiola Popoola emerged as the overall winner of the TYB Captain’s inaugural golf tournament, which took place at the Tukur Yusuf Buratai International Golf Resort Country Club in Abuja. The tournament, held from Monday to Saturday, saw Popoola play off a handicap of 18, achieving a score of 84 gross and 66 nett.

Expressing his delight at winning this prestigious tournament, Popoola commended the club captain, Brig Gen Nicholas Ashinze, for his leadership and commitment to improving the club's facilities. Ashinze described the tournament as a platform for promoting leadership and sportsmanship among golfers.

The event marked a significant milestone for the club, with Maj Gen Godwin Umelo (Rtd) praising the participants, sponsors, and officials for their contributions to its success. Other winners included F.

F. Ogu in the men's category for best nett, J.

Bello for best gross, Faridah Wada for best nett in the ladies' category, and Patience Abechi for best gross. The tournament also featured the inauguration of the club's 19th hole premium lounge.