Over 250 golfers from across Nigeria go gather for Benin Golf Club from March 23 to 28, 2026, for the Stephen Ebaretonbofa Invitational Tourney. This tournament dey organized to celebrate the 50th birthday of Stephen Ebaretonbofa, who na the captain of Benin Golf Club. The event go feature both professional and amateur players, and e go hold for Edo State.
The tournament begin today with ladies wey go showcase their skills for the golf course. On Tuesday, caddies from Edo State and Delta State go contest one open round. This part of the tournament dey organized to recognize the contributions of caddies to the game and the mentorship of Stephen Ebaretonbofa.
The professional challenge go take center stage on Wednesday and Thursday. This part go feature the top 10 professionals for Nigeria wey go compete against other invited professionals from various golf clubs across the country. Some of the clubs wey go participate include Ikoyi Golf Club, Lakowe Lakes Golf Club, Ikeja Golf Club, IBB Golf and Country Club, TYB Golf Club, Python Golf Club, Ilorin Golf Club, Ibori Golf and Country Club, Sapele Athletic Golf Club, Ogunnu Golf Resorts, Ibom Golf and Country Club, UBTH Golf Club, and the Benin Golf Club section.
Actions go continue on Friday with men’s handicap 13–28, ladies’ handicap 29–36, and all veterans and super veterans wey go take to the course. The grand finale go hold on Saturday and go feature men’s handicap 1–12 and ladies’ handicap 1–28. After the closing round games, dem go present prizes and hold dinner for the BCGS pavilion.
The tournament dey organized to celebrate Stephen Ebaretonbofa’s 50th birthday and to promote golf for Nigeria. The event go bring together golfers from different parts of the country to compete and network. The organizers dey expect the tournament to be successful and to help develop golf for Nigeria.
Benin Golf Club dey located for Edo State and na one of the prominent golf clubs for Nigeria. The club dey host various tournaments and events throughout the year. The Stephen Ebaretonbofa Invitational Tourney na one of the major events for the club’s calendar.
The tournament go provide opportunity for golfers to showcase their skills and compete for prizes. E go also help to promote golf as a sport for Nigeria and to encourage more people to take up the game. The organizers dey committed to ensuring the tournament dey well-organized and successful.
Stephen Ebaretonbofa, the captain of Benin Golf Club, dey happy about the tournament and dey grateful for the support from the golf community. Him dey look forward to celebrating him 50th birthday with fellow golfers and friends. The tournament na way to give back to the golf community and to promote the sport.
The event go feature various activities and competitions for different categories of golfers. Dem dey expect the tournament to be competitive and entertaining for both participants and spectators. The organizers dey working hard to ensure everything dey in order for the event.
Golf for Nigeria dey growing, and tournaments like this dey important for the development of the sport. E dey provide platform for golfers to improve their skills and to gain experience. The Stephen Ebaretonbofa Invitational Tourney go contribute to the growth of golf for Nigeria.
The tournament go also have social and networking aspects, as golfers from different clubs go come together to interact and share experiences. This dey important for building community and promoting camaraderie among golfers. The event go be opportunity for golfers to connect and build relationships.
Overall, the Stephen Ebaretonbofa Invitational Tourney na significant event for the Nigerian golf calendar. E dey organized to celebrate the birthday of Stephen Ebaretonbofa and to promote golf for the country. The tournament go feature over 250 golfers and go hold for Benin Golf Club from March 23 to 28, 2026.
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