First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu has emphasized the importance of investing in mentoring girls in golf, highlighting the sport's ability to nurture discipline, commitment, and dedication. Speaking after being decorated as Grand Patron of the All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Nigeria 2026, Mrs. Tinubu expressed her support for the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria's proposed Girls in Golf Legacy Project, which aims to mentor 300 girls.
The All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Africa's premier women's amateur golf championship, is scheduled to take place in Abuja from November 2 to 7. Nigeria secured the hosting rights after a competitive bidding process in Morocco, and the tournament is expected to attract women golfers from approximately 30 African countries. The championship will be held at the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja.
Mrs. Tinubu was decorated as Grand Patron by the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria during a visit to mobilize national support for the championship. The association's President, Dr. Lami Onayi Ahmed, sought Mrs. Tinubu's endorsement of the championship and invited her to perform the opening ceremony and ceremonial tee-off. Justice Monica Mensem, President of the Court of Appeal and Chairperson of the Board of Trustees of the IBB International Golf and Country Club, commended the First Lady for her support for women and girls.
The First Lady's support for the championship is expected to boost tourism and generate economic benefits for Nigeria. She congratulated the association on winning the hosting rights, stating that the tournament would showcase Nigeria and provide opportunities for future champions. Mrs. Tinubu's role as Grand Patron will help promote the sport and encourage more girls to participate.
The Girls in Golf Legacy Project, proposed by the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria, aims to mentor 300 girls and provide them with opportunities to develop their skills in golf. Mrs. Tinubu expressed optimism that some beneficiaries could become world-class golfers, emphasizing the potential for the sport to transform the lives of young girls.
The All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) is a significant event in African women's golf, and Nigeria's hosting of the championship is expected to promote the sport on the continent. The tournament will feature women golfers from approximately 30 African countries, and the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja has been chosen as the venue.
The championship, which will take place from November 2 to 7, is expected to be a major event in the African golf calendar. With Mrs. Tinubu's support and endorsement, the tournament is likely to attract significant attention and interest from golf enthusiasts across the continent. The event will provide a platform for women golfers to showcase their skills and compete at a high level.
Key points
- First Lady Oluremi Tinubu urges investment in mentoring girls in golf to nurture discipline and create opportunities for future champions.
