300 Golfers for 2025 IBB Captain’s Cup in Abuja

No fewer than 300 golfers from across the country are set to slug it out for honours in the 2025 IBB Captain’s Cup in Abuja.

The 18-hole golf course of the prestigious IBB International Golf and Country Club Abuja will come alive once again from April 7 to 12.

Ibrahim Babayo, the captain of IBB Golf Club, who is expected to bow out next month, told newsmen that he was elated and satisfied with what he and members of his Executive Committee have been able to achieve in the last one year.

Babayo said he would love to be remembered for the improvement the golf club witnessed since he took over in 2024.

“I am filled with happiness following the achievements we have been able to achieve and the innovations and improvements we have made to the golf course,” he said.

Addressing newsmen about the event, the chairman of the organising committee, Amb. Ben Okoyen, said the six-day tournament would bring in lots of innovations into the club, adding that despite recent uproar, the club was safe for all participants with the course ready for the commencement of the tourney.

“Abuja is the capital city of Nigeria, so this club should carry that image by being the best.

“This club should be able to compete with the best golf clubs anywhere in the world.

“So, we are happy to announce that we are prepared for the competition, and we assured all participants of the safety of the golf course,” he said.

Also speaking, the committee secretary, Ashir Tarfa said that over 300 golfers from across the country, including professionals, will compete for honours in the different categories of the 2025 Captain’s Cup.

“Over 300 golfers from across the country will hit Abuja to participate in the 2025 Captain’s Cup golf tournament.

“Many things have been put in place to ensure that we have a smooth competition without hitches.

“There is a N5 million prize money for the best 10 professional golfers,” he said.