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2025 NSF: NGF publishes rejoinder on controversial decision on stripping Kano State off gold medal

Posted : 28 May 2025

Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF) has denied reports that the body intended to strip a Kano golfer of the medal won during the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival (NSF), tagged Gateway Games, currently ongoing in Abeokuta.


The attention of the Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF) has been drawn to a misleading report alleging that the Kano State female golf team was disqualified for cheating during the stroke play four-ball event at the recently concluded golf competition of the 22nd National Sports Festival Ogun 2025, held at Abeokuta Golf Club.


The NGF categorically refutes this claim and wishes to set the record straight.


At no point were the Kano State female golfers disqualified for any form of cheating.


The issue in question was thoroughly reviewed by federation officials, led by the Technical Director, Olajide Bolaji, and a board member who is also the Director of Media and Publicity, Thaddeus Yilmen.


These respected officials handled the matter with the utmost dexterity, professionalism, and in strict adherence to the ethics and rules that govern the game of golf — a sport rooted in the values of integrity, excellence, and solidarity.


After careful examination and resolution in line with due process, the matter was amicably resolved, and the Kano State female team was rightfully awarded their gold medal, contrary to the erroneous reports being circulated.


The President of the Nigeria Golf Federation, Otunba Segun Runsewe, has reiterated the Federation’s unwavering commitment to upholding the highest standards of sportsmanship, decorum, and integrity in all golf competitions.


He further emphasized the NGF’s dedication to the grassroots development of golf across the country.


We urge members of the public and the media to verify information with the appropriate authorities before dissemination, in order to preserve the integrity of the sport and the reputation of its stakeholders.

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