The organisers of the yearly Nigeria Cup have promised an unforgettable experience for all participants in the golf tournament, put in place to celebrate the nation’s independence anniversary.
 
This year’s Nigeria Cup will tee off at the Ikoyi Club 1938 tomorrow.
  
Speaking while unveiling the programme for the competition, chairman of the organising committee, Wale Onaolapo, said that all necessary arrangements to make sure the weeklong Nigeria Cup goes as planned have been put in place.
 
“This year’s tournament promises to be an unforgettable experience, with top-notch golfers within the club competing on the challenging Ikoyi Club 1938 Golf Course for glory and recognition,” Onaolapo said.
 
Onaolapo, who thanked the event’s sponsors for their support in making this year’s edition possible, promised them a gratifying experience.
 
Also speaking, Chairman of Ikoyi Golf Community Nigeria Association (IGCNA), owners of the Nigeria Cup, Rotimi Obajimi, commended the organising committee for a job well done, saying that apart from the Nigeria Cup, IGCNA also contributes to the development of the golf section by bankrolling some of its projects.
 
The 2025 Nigeria Cup will officially tee off tomorrow with the children’s tournament, returning on Sunday with a game tagged ‘Golf for Good and Chipping Competition.’
 
On Monday, it will be the turn of Caddies while Tuesday has been dedicated to lady golfers.
 
A special Independence Day kitty is slated for Wednesday, while over 40 professional golfers will compete in the Professional category on Thursday.
 
Sponsors, guests and veteran golfers will have their day on the course on Friday, with Saturday slated as the grand finale.
 
The Nigeria Cup was established to commemorate the nation’s independence and promote unity and sportsmanship. It is a highly anticipated event that provides opportunities for elite players to compete, network, and contribute to youth development.