NGF President Hails Young Nigerian Golfers’ Historic World Championship Feat
By Ado Salisu
The President of the Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF), Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, has praised the remarkable performance of young Nigerian golfers during the country’s historic debut at the inaugural ISF World School Golf Championship held in Rabat, Morocco.
The weeklong championship, which ran from July 14 to 21, brought together young golfers from around the world, blending high-level competition with rich cultural experiences.
The Nigeria participated in the tournament with two promising players—Master Oluwashetemi Oyero of Ikeja Golf Club and Master Oluwamayomile Adesan Orungbeja of Ikoyi Club 1938—both competing in the Under-15 boys’ category. The team was led by the Technical Director of the Nigeria Golf Federation, Olajide Bolaji.
Otunba Runsewe commended the duo for their courage, talent, and sportsmanship, describing their performance as a “remarkable milestone and the beginning of greater things to come for golf in Nigeria.”
He expressed appreciation to Mr. Amoibi Jituboh (popularly known as Mr. Zed), Chairman of ADL Solutions Limited, for his exceptional support. He also lauded Mrs. Olabisi Joseph, President of the Nigeria School Sports Federation; Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission; and Hon. Bukola Olopade, Director General of the NSC, for their invaluable contributions that made Nigeria’s participation possible.
“This historic outing signals a new dawn for the sport of golf in our nation and affirms Nigeria’s rising presence in the game across the African continent,” Runsewe stated. “Our young talents have shown the world what is possible with commitment, opportunity, and the right support.”
He reaffirmed the Federation’s dedication to nurturing grassroots talent and strengthening Nigeria’s global footprint in the sport.
