President Mahama to tee off 5th FNB Head of State Invitational Golf Tournament

President John Dramani Mahama will serve as the Special Guest of Honour during the 5th FNB Head of State Invitational Golf Tournament, set to take place on November 21, 2026 at the Achimota Golf Course. This year's event will gather 140 amateur golfers across Ghana to compete for a prestigious trophy, promoting sportsmanship, networking and philanthropy.

The tournament's 2026 edition, held in the President's honor, aims to unite golf enthusiasts, business leaders, public officials, and international guests to celebrate camaraderie, strengthen relationships, and highlight a shared purpose. Mick Aggrey, a former President of the Ghana Golf Association and member of the planning committee, emphasized that the tournament will not only bring elite golfers together but also support underprivileged children by channeling proceeds from sponsors and partners towards social development initiatives.

Captain of the Achimota Golf Club, George Amoah, underscored golf's historical significance in Ghana, asserting that the sport has significantly contributed to the nation's social and economic growth since its inception in 1934. He assured the readiness of the course to host this fifth edition, promising an excellent venue for the competition.

The event will bear the theme, "Driving National Growth Through Leadership, Partnership and Golf," and will be headed by First National Bank, supported by 18 sponsors. The tournament is expected to draw key stakeholders from the corporate sector, government, the diplomatic community, and the golfing community, reinforcing sport's role as a platform for fostering partnerships, driving national development, and supporting worthy social causes.