Seplat Energy and its joint venture partner, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC), have thrown their weight behind Falcon Golf Development Company (FGDC), organisers of the globally renowned International Pairs golf competition.

The 2025 edition is scheduled to be held from July 11 to 13 at the prestigious Ibom Hotel and Golf Resort in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Other sponsors for this year’s event include Pepsi, Suzuki by CFAO, RwandAir, and True Blue Energy, according to FGDC’s Chief Executive Officer, Remi Olukoya.
 
Speaking on the competition on Wednesday, Olukoya confirmed that all necessary arrangements have been made to ensure a seamless and exciting tournament.
  
“This year’s edition promises to be fun-filled, both on and off the course,” he said. He explained that the choice of Uyo as the host city was deliberate: “The aim is to give participants a fresh and memorable experience. The 2025 International Pairs will be unlike any previous edition, with a unique blend of competitive golf and vibrant social activities,” he said.
 
Olukoya commended all the sponsors for their continued support and collaboration with FGDC, adding that the winners of the Nigeria national finals will represent the country at the world finals, which will hold at the iconic Sun City Resort in South Africa, a luxurious destination renowned for its adventure offerings and world-class golf courses, including the legendary Gary Player Country Club and the family-friendly Lost City Golf Course in October 6 to 10, 2025.