Yoruba Tennis Club waxing stronger at 96The first meeting that gave birth to the oldest indigenous social club in Nigeria, Orelodun Tennis Club, and later changed Yoruba Tennis Club,as the club known today, was held probably in the early part of 1926, but the second meeting that was documented held at 75, Tokunboh Street, Lagos … Continue reading “Yoruba Tennis Club Waxing Stronger at 96”
There was plenty to eat and drink when members and friends gathered at the Ibadan Recreation Club grounds to merry in the spirit of this year’s Sallah.
Golfing rivalries and artistry among Nigerian golfers were rekindled at the golf course of IBB International Golf and Country Club as the Captain’s inaugural tournament, tagged: ‘Harmony Tournament’ teed off on Friday, July 15, 2022. The tournament officially ushered in Mike Onoja Ekoja as the 25th Captain of the prestigious golf club with about 500 … Continue reading “25th Captain’s Inaugural Tournament of IBB Golf Club Kick Starts on Friday”
The essence of peaceful marriage was on full display at the Lagos Country Club when former President of the club, Chief Olayinka Ogunmekan, gave scintillating account of how to make marriage work and last. A notable polygamist and author of ‘Anatomy of Marriage,’ Chief Ogunmekan reeled out tips that have stood the test of time … Continue reading “How to Maintain Peaceful Marital Cohabitation, by Former LCC President Ogunmekan”
President of Business Club Ikeja and the immediate Past President of Lagos Country Club, Chief Tajudeen Akande, FCA has added to his streak of recognitions with the 2022 ICAN Merit Award presented to him at the weekend by President of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria, Mrs. Comfort Olu Eyitayo, FCA. Chief Akande, who … Continue reading “ICAN Presents Tajudeen Akande 2022 Merit Award”
Africa’s foremost family club, the Lagos Country Club, held its annual new year party on Friday, January 21st, 2022. The event which held at Tennis Court of the club was a spectacular event. The KSA night as fondly called by many, had all the trappings of a fabulous showbiz event. From the impressive Red Carpet … Continue reading “Glamour, Encomium as Lagos Country Club Holds Annual New Year Party”
To ensure adequate water supply and keep the golf course in playable condition at all times, the Golf Section of Ikoyi Club 1938 has signed a deal with Julius Berger for comprehensive water irrigation of the course. According to a report by The Guardian, the project, which will run for ten weeks, was donated by … Continue reading “Ikoyi Club, Julius Berger Sign Deal to re-irrigate Golf Course”
The Chairman of Yoruba Tennis Club, Professor Tokunbo Fabamwo has disclosed that its youth championship, which was conceived by the club’s trustee, Alhaji Lateef Olufemi Okunu, has so far produced talents now competing at the international level. Speaking at the 19th edition of the championship for secondary schools in Lagos State, Fabamwo revealed that efforts were being made … Continue reading “‘Yoruba Tennis Club has Produced Stars for International Competition’- Fabamwo”
The former Lady Captain of Ibadan Golf Club, Mrs. Tope Alonge and Rev. Lawrence Nwachukwu, at the weekend, emerged the winners of ladies and men’s categories respectively at the Cancer Awareness Golf Tournament held at the prestigious Ibadan Golf Club (IGC). Alonge, who is also the wife of former Chief Medical Director (CMD) of the University College … Continue reading “Ex-lady Captain of IGC, Nwachukwu Emerge Winners of Cancer Awareness Golf Tourney”
Modupe Alakija, the husband of billionaire oil magnate and richest woman in Africa, Folorunsho Alakija, affected the poise of a beautiful bride. He was like the nearest thing to a tin-god so much so that friends, business associates worshipped the ground upon which he walked; albeit reluctantly. Yes, like all man-made deities, Alakija stopped resembling a … Continue reading “Ikoyi Club Suspends Alakija for Alleged Violent Misconduct”