The Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) is set to host its 3rd Interclub Golf Championship from May 13 to May 16 at the Port Harcourt Club 1928 Golf Section in Rivers State.
The championship, themed ‘Swing Bold, Play Brilliant,’ is sanctioned by the R and A and recognised as a World Amateur Golf Ranking event.
The four-day tournament, sponsored by First Bank of Nigeria Limited alongside other corporate partners, is expected to attract female golfers from affiliated clubs across the country.
Speaking ahead of the event, LGAN President, Lami Onayi Ahmed, described the championship as a platform aimed at promoting friendship, discipline, healthy rivalry and the growth of women’s golf in Nigeria.
Ahmed also said the competition would help in talent discovery and encourage greater female participation in the sport nationwide.
‘We are committed to developing women’s golf and creating opportunities for players to compete at higher levels,’ she said.
She urged participants to maintain sportsmanship and display excellence throughout the championship.
Chairman of the Local Organising Committee and 1st Vice President of LGAN, Nkoyo Igunbor, outlined activities lined up for the tournament.
According to her, events scheduled for May 13 include arrivals, practice rounds, hoisting of LGAN and club flags, ceremonial tee-off and a cocktail reception.
‘Club uniforms and creative dressing are approved for the opening round, while lunch and karaoke night will follow later in the day,’ she said.
Igunbor added that the final round on May 16 would feature players dressed in tournament tee-shirts on white bottoms alongside invited guests and sponsors.
‘The sum of N5,000 only have been fixed as caddy fees for the duration of the championship.
‘Presentation of prizes will take place immediately after the final group completes play, followed by lunch and closing ceremonies,’ she said.
Meanwhile, Director-General of the National Institute for Legislative and Democratic Studies (NILDS), Abubakar Sulaiman, has pledged support for women’s golf and the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy scheduled for Abuja.