Dr.Alex Otti Approves The launching Of A World Class Golf Course In Abia state.

Golf Super kitty Programme ;Dr.Alex Otti approves the launching of a World Class Golf Course in Abia state

The Governor, Dr. Alex Otti has approved the establishment of a world class Golf Course in Abia State.

Dr. Otti stated this during the launching of the innaugral Maiden Golf Super Kitty programme organized by Abia Classic Golf and Country Club (Abia Golfers) at Aba Sports Club Golf Course.

The Governor represented by his Deputy Chief Ikechukwu Emetu, said that the provision of the Golf Course will contribute to job creation especially for the youths as well as open up investment opportunities for investors within and outside the state.

Dr. Otti thanked Abia Golfers for organizing such event which will help the state government position Abia positively in the world of sports.

In her speech, a former member of the House of Representatives and also member of the technical/local organizing committee, Dame, Blessing Nwagba (PhD), explained that the programme aims at soliciting support from the state government, corporate organizations, as well as individuals towards achieving the goal of the project which will benefit the state through tourism, hospitality as well as real estate.

Contributing, the chairman organizing committee, Rev. Benson N. Ezem, noted that Golf is a sport that contributes to the overall well-being of both the young and elderly and will be a great benefit to the the state through revenue creation.

Also contributing ,Senator Nkechi Nwaogu, a key sponsor of the event, expressed her enthusiasm for the proposed Abia Classic Golf and Country Club Course in Umuahia during her speech. She highlighted the health benefits of golf and motivated the younger generation to engage in the sport.

While addressing the Governor, Arc. Benson Ezem, Chairman, Board of Trustees, Abia Classic Golf Club, appreciated the Governor’s presence at the event and appealed for his assistance in achieving the project’s objectives.

The event reached its peak with Deputy Governor, Engr Emetu, Senator Nkechi Nwaogu, Arc. Benson Ezem, Ide John Udeagbala, Sir Chris Agbo, and Chief Collins Ekwueme taking the tee shot.

The event was attended by several prominent figures, including Chief Jerry Kalu, Dame Blessing Nwagba, Chief Kelvin Jumbo, and Hon. Obilor Nwaobilor, as well as numerous other distinguished guests.

FIC Correspondent,Deputy Governor’s Office
Amah Ijeoma
19/04/2025