The Anambra Country Club in Awka has announced plans to host the first edition of the Governor’s Cup Tennis Tournament, following a press briefing and facility tour held at the club on Saturday.
President of the club, Ozo Ejiamatu Damian Enekwechi, disclosed that the four-day event will take place from 27th to 30th October 2026 at the Anambra Country Club grounds in the state capital.
Chief Enekwechi said 13 clubs drawn from different parts of Anambra would take part in the competition, which is designed as an annual sporting programme to promote lawn tennis, physical fitness and healthy living among residents.
He noted that the Deputy Governor, Dr. Onyeka Ibezim, is expected to declare the tournament open on 27th October, while Governor Chukwuma Soludo will present the trophies and prizes to the winners on the final day, 30th October.
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Audi Company Limited, Mr. Clem Ifezue, revealed that his firm is bankrolling the tournament with a sponsorship package of ten million naira.
Ifezue described the support as part of the company’s corporate social responsibility and added that other partners would join the sponsorship effort.
He praised the state government for developing the country club facility, describing it as a valuable space for relaxation and recreation in Awka.
Tournament Consultant, Ezennia Agusiobo, explained that the competition is open to players aged 40 years and above.
He listed the participating clubs as Anambra Country Club, Awka; Onitsha Recreation Club; Onitsha Sports Club; Onitsha Country Club; Estate Club, Onitsha; People’s Club; Elite Club; Nnewi Sports Club; Beverly Hills Recreation Club, Nnewi; Rojenny Club, Oba; Awka City Club; and People’s Sports Club.
According to him, the overall winning club will receive a trophy and cash prize, while other clubs and individual participants will go home with consolation awards.
Officials, guests and Media practitioners inspected the tennis courts, swimming pool, mini football field, lounge, banquet hall and other recreational areas within the Anambra Country Club complex.
Our correspondent reports that the Organisers emphasised that the Governor’s Cup is intended as a lasting annual event that will continue beyond the present administration in Anambra State and had no political intentions or coloration.
