AltBank has backed the 2026 NPA Kano International Polo Tournament, bringing corporate support to sustain one of Northern Nigeria’s sporting heritage.
Held at the Usman Dantata Polo Ground in Kano, the tournament brought together local and international polo players, traditional leaders, business executives and sporting enthusiasts for an event that continues to hold a prominent place in the region’s sporting calendar.
The Bank, in a statement, explained that its involvement reflects its recognition of the role established sporting institutions play in preserving cultural heritage and bringing people together.
Speaking on the Bank’s participation, Muhammad Danbichi, Regional Business Executive, Commercial and Institutional Banking, North-West 1, Altbank, highlighted the significance of the tournament to Kano and the wider region.
‘The Kano International Polo Tournament is an important part of the city’s sporting history, and its continued relevance speaks to the people and institutions that have sustained it over the years. We are pleased to support an event that brings together different generations and communities around a shared interest. At AltBank, we believe that being part of a community means recognising what matters to its people and contributing where we can make a meaningful difference,’ Danbichi said.
The tournament attracted participation from traditional institutions and corporate organisations, alongside players and spectators, reflecting its enduring appeal across different sections of society.
Tajuddeen Dantata, Chairman of the Kano Polo Club, spoke on the significance of partnerships in sustaining the tournament and strengthening its profile, while Shehu Muhammed, Sarkin Shanu Kano, reflected on the importance of the tournament to Kano’s sporting and cultural heritage.
AltBank is a non-interest bank that provides financial solutions to individuals and businesses while maintaining relationships with the communities in which it operates.