First Bank Lagos amateur Open golf tourney tees off Nov 16
The 65th edition of First Bank Lagos amateur open golf championship is set to tee off November 16 at the Ikoyi Golf Club in Lagos. The N35m week-long tournament, scheduled to end by Sunday November 22 will feature the newly introduced caddies’ entertainment trophy among the list of lined up activities which include golf clinics […]
The 65th edition of the First Bank Lagos Amateur Open Golf Championship is scheduled to commence on November 16 at the Ikoyi Golf Club in Lagos. The week-long event, concluding on November 22, will feature a variety of activities including golf clinics for children, charity games, and professional matches. The tournament will also introduce a caddies' entertainment trophy.
CEO of First Bank, Olusegun Alebiosu, along with Nnaemeka Ejeh, the bank's Group Executive Commercial Banking South, emphasized the bank's commitment to sports development through its First@Sports platform. First Bank has a history of supporting sports, from sponsoring the Georgian Cup Polo tournament for over a century to backing numerous other sporting activities.
The CEO expressed optimism for a competitive, well-organized, and memorable tournament that highlights sportsmanship, excellence, and meaningful partnerships. He highlighted the values of discipline, patience, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment to excellence that define both golf and First Bank. The longevity of the championship reflects the power of partnerships and a shared dedication to preserving a legacy that inspires future generations of golfers.
Afolabi Balogun, the Golf Captain of Ikoyi Club, praised the bank for its continued support and dedication to sustaining the partnership.
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