FROM VICTOR OKOYE ABUJA , NIGERIA NEWS AGENCY
Arusha’s golfer Neema Olomi has emerged champion of the 2026 Nigeria Ladies Open Championship after posting a 13-over-par total of 229 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja at the weekend.
Olomi sealed the title after three rounds of stroke-play competition, finishing five strokes ahead of her closest Ghanaian challenger, Afi Amez Edo, who returned 234, 18-over-par.
Another Tanzanian Madina Hussein, finished third with 238, 22-over-par, while Hawa Wanyeche occupied fourth position after carding 241, 25-over-par.
Neema began her campaign with a 74 in the opening round before returning 75 in the second round.
She carded 80 in the final round to secure the championship.
Reacting to her victory, Neema described the achievement as a rewarding experience, saying the competition tested her consistency, patience and ability to remain focused under pressure.
“I am delighted to win the Nigeria Ladies Open, especially against a strong field of talented golfers from different countries.
“It was not an easy competition, but I remained focused, trusted my game and stayed committed throughout the three rounds.
“I am grateful to the organisers for providing a competitive platform and for the hospitality extended to all the players. This victory will motivate me to work harder and pursue greater achievements,” she said.
Afi Amez edo, who finished runner-up, recorded rounds of 77, 79 and 78, while Madina returned 76, 83 and 79 to secure third position.
The championship attracted more than 100 female golfers from different countries and backgrounds with several Nigerian players also featuring in the competition.
Loveness Mungure and Aalaa Somji, also Tanzanians, finished with identical totals of 254 while Wendy Gyan and Tracey Humbira returned 256 apiece.
Among the Nigerian competitors, Omowonuola Olarewaju finished with 271, while Josephine Benjamin recorded 274. Susan Marcus and Dorcas Daniel returned 276 and 279 respectively.
Speaking on the successful hosting of the championship, Lami Ahmed, President of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), described the tournament as an important platform for promoting women’s golf and strengthening international sporting relationships.
