Nigeria's Golf National Championships to Tee Off in Port Harcourt

The Nigerian National Finals of the International Pairs Golf Championship will take place at the Python Golf Club in Port Harcourt, marking a significant milestone in the journey to the World Final.

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The tournament is scheduled to run from July 31 to August 2, bringing together amateur golfers from across the country to compete for a coveted spot at the global finals in Tenerife, Canary Islands, Spain, from October 5 to 9, 2026.

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Falcon Golf Development Company, the official franchise holder of the event in Nigeria, is responsible for organising the tournament, ensuring a seamless experience for all participants.

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Remi Olukoya, Chief Executive Officer of FGDC, has assured participants of a world-class golfing experience, promising an exceptional outing for the competing pairs, with all necessary arrangements firmly in place.

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Olukoya stated, “All necessary arrangements to ensure the tournament goes as planned have been firmly put in place,” highlighting the company's commitment to delivering a successful event.

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To ensure the success of the national finals, FGDC has partnered with a range of corporate sponsors, including notable brands such as Singleton by Diageo, CyberspacePay, and CyberCloud, among others.

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The list of sponsors also includes Spar Market, Pepsi, Trueblue Energy, Jotun Paints, Sterling Global Oil Resources Limited, CAGL Global Company Limited, and Alltrade Post Express, demonstrating a significant show of support for the tournament.

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Olukoya expressed gratitude to the partners and corporate outfits supporting the event, saying, “We also want to thank all our partners, corporate outfits helping us to prosecute this year’s finals, and we appreciate their support.”

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The International Pairs, founded in England in 1998, is widely recognised as the world’s largest amateur pairs golf tournament, providing a unique opportunity for everyday club golfers to compete at a highly competitive level.

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By participating in the championship, golfers holding an official handicap can wear their national colours and represent Nigeria on the global stage, making it a highly anticipated event.