The 2025 IBB International Golf and Country Club Lady Captain’s Cup tees off today in Abuja, with about 350 golfers set to compete for top honors.
The prestigious tournament, which culminates on April 6, brings together business leaders, golf enthusiasts, and community supporters for a week of intense competition, networking, and celebration.
Lady Captain Dame Julie Donli emphasized that the event not only highlights the achievements of the Ladies Golf Section but also provides a platform to honor golfers, corporate sponsors, and individual supporters who contribute to the sport’s growth.
“It has been an incredible journey serving as the Lady Captain of the IBB International Golf and Country Club with our Theme for the Year: “Ladies Supporting Ladies,” Donli said.
“I have enjoyed the honour of leading an exceptional group of women who are committed to the advancement of golf and the well-being of our community. l am filed with gratitude for the incredible journey we have shared. Over the past year, we have accomplished so much together.”
“We have hosted remarkable tournaments, expanding our membership, giving back to the community, developing infrastructure, and strengthening the legacy of the ladies Golf Section (LGS),” she said.
The lady captain noted that under her leadership, activities at the club had been vibrant and impactful with key highlights.
“Some of our highlights include a significant increase in the weekly Thursday Kitty participation, growing from 28 to over 190 players,” she added. “Hosting of major tournaments, including the 26th IBB Ladies Amateur Golf Open Championship and 25th lBB Ladies Close Championship.”
The tournament kicks off with the Caddies vs. Ladies Competition on the opening day, alongside a CPR training session for both groups, recognizing their role as first responders in golf course emergencies.
On April 3, the Veterans/Super Veterans (Men & Ladies) Competition will take center stage, accompanied by an awareness session on sickle cell anemia.
Category 3 players (Men & Ladies) with a handicap index of 24.3 and above will compete on Friday, April 4, paving the way for the ceremonial tee-off on Saturday, April 5, with several dignitaries expected in attendance. This will be followed by the Category 2 event (Men & Ladies) for players with a handicap index of 15.8–24.2.
The grand finale on April 6 will feature Category 1 players (Men & Ladies) with a handicap index of 0.5–15.7, as well as sponsors competing for top honors. The tournament will conclude with a dinner and prize-giving ceremony.