The 2025 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament (LIPT) has drawn support from many corporate bodies due to its popularity in the polo world.
This edition of the tournament, which begins on Tuesday, has also drawn players from across the world, who will pilot some of the best breed Argentine horses in the three-week event.
To make it a huge success, the leadership of the Lagos Polo Club, owners of the championship, are once again relying on the support of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc, which is the headline sponsor of the highly-anticipated polo series slated for the club’s hallowed field in Ikoyi, from Tuesday to February 23.
A staple in Nigeria’s sporting and social calendar, the NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament is celebrated for its rich heritage, thrilling competitions, and vibrant atmosphere. Last year’s tournament delivered a thrilling six chukkas encounter that saw Leighton Kings dispatch a hard-fighting Art Hotel Shoreline team to retain the coveted Majekodunmi Cup.
According to the Lagos Polo Club, the 2025 edition promises to be even more spectacular, featuring top-tier teams vying for the Open Cup and the Majekodunmi Cup in a series of high-goal and low-goal matches to be played over 18 days. The Silver Cup will run across all three weeks while the Low Cup takes center stage in the third week, ensuring an engaging and dynamic experience for players and spectators alike throughout.
Commenting on GTCO’s role as main sponsor of the tournament, the bank’s Group Chief Executive Officer, Segun Agbaje, said: “At GTCO, we are passionate about fostering excellence and creating platforms that bring people together through shared passions. The NPA Lagos international Polo Tournament embodies the spirit of teamwork, discipline, and fair play—values that resonate deeply with our brand. We remain committed to driving positive change by supporting local initiatives with global impact that foster community development and social progress, ensuring that the benefits of the tournament extend well beyond the sport itself.”
The GTCO boss said that his bank has a longstanding tradition of supporting impact-driven sporting events as part of its broader commitment to community development.
“The Group’s long-running sponsorship of the NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament reinforces its commitment to celebrating Africa’s rich sporting heritage and promoting inclusivity through world-class events,” he said.
