Ladies’ Golf Association of Nigeria seeks medical support for 2026 championships

The Ladies’ Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN) has requested a medical partnership with the National Hospital Abuja to support the upcoming 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) and the Nigeria Ladies Open Championship.

Lami Ahmed, LGAN President and Chairperson of the AACT 2026 Local Organising Committee, stated that the back-to-back events require comprehensive medical preparedness to ensure the safety of elite female golfers, officials, and spectators. The AACT is scheduled to take place from November 2 to November 7 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja, with approximately 30 African countries expected to participate. The Nigeria Ladies Open Championship will follow from November 7 to November 10.

The request to the National Hospital Abuja includes the provision of a fully equipped ambulance, qualified medical personnel, emergency supplies, and established evacuation and referral arrangements. The hospital management has indicated its readiness to review the proposal and collaborate on emergency-response arrangements.