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The Ikoyi Club 1938 Ladies Golf Section is set to mark a golden milestone as it hosts the 50th Ikoyi Ladies Open Golf Tournament, an event now recognized in the international amateur golf ranking circuit. The tournament, which runs between November 11 and 13, will bring together 150 golfers from 11 countries, making it one of the most significant gatherings in the club’s storied history. Speaking in a press conference held at the Ikoyi Club, Lady Captain Peggy Onwu, who leads the 2025 Ladies Section, described the anniversary as “50 years of resilience, consistency, dedication, and maturing in our swing.” She said the event would not only celebrate competition but also highlight inclusion, cultural exchange, and legacy. Kick-starting the amateur tournament is the twilight event, taking place on the eve of the tournament, which will feature mini challenges and cocktail sessions designed for social integration. She said: “The Twilight tournament is designed for relaxation and fun and in addition to that, you win a prize, if you’re the best person who plays the whole hole, you win a flat screen TV, adding that cash prizes of ₦50,000 to ₦75,000 would also be up for grabs.” Read Also: NFF confirms Super Eagles friendlies in US The three-day championship will feature a 0–28 handicap main event and a 29–36 handicap category for Ikoyi ladies looking to build competitive experience. There will also be veteran and super-veteran divisions for senior players over 60, and a Masterclass for beginners to “promote inclusivity and attract more women into the game.” Vice Lady Captain, Annie Eimiakhena announced that the top prize includes a premium Delta Airlines ticket alongside the championship trophy. “We have over 40 prizes, most people will go home with at least something,” she said. “Because this is our 50th anniversary, we’ll also have a special ’50th Gross Event’ played over 54 holes, with day three marking the 50th hole celebration.” The celebration has drawn strong institutional backing, with sponsors including PwC, Flutterwave, and NSITF. PwC will host a session on tax reforms, while Flutterwave will lead a discussion on digital business transformation and payments.
