Tennis: 13 clubs ready for Anambra Governor’s Cup
No fewer than 13 clubs have been confirmed to take part in the maiden edition of the Anambra Governor’s Cup Tennis tournament scheduled to take place in the city of Awka on October 27th to 30th 2026.
This was made known on Sunday by the Anambra Country Club president Ozo Ejiamatu Enekwechi who disclosed that tournament is aimed at promoting healthy living and wider participation in sports in the state.
Enekwechi who made the comments during a press conference also disclosed that Audi Company chief executive Clem Ifezue has announced a donation of N20 million in sponsorship for the competition which will be hosted annually according to plans.
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He also opened up on what it takes to admit members to be part of the Anambra Country Club ahead of tennis competition; “Any person who meets the membership criteria of the club, irrespective of his or her political party affiliation, is free to be a member of this club.”
Ezennia Chiedu Agusiobo, the tournament consultant, also noted that the competition is designed for club participants aged 40-years and above.
The 13 veteran sports and recreational clubs drawn from different parts of Anambra State will battle for honours, trophies and prizes at the competition which opening ceremony on October 27 is expected to be performed by the Deputy of Anambra State Dr. Onyeka Ibezim.
