Former Plateau State governor and Plateau South senator Simon Bako Lalong will attend the Nigeria Golf Federation’s second Golf Summit, scheduled for August 26 and 27 in Abuja.
Key takeaways
- Lalong has long supported golf development, with a particular focus on creating opportunities for younger players.
- His participation will add his experience and views to discussions on the sport’s expansion and future in Nigeria.
- As Plateau governor, he backed the NGF/Plateau Junior Summer Golf Tournament throughout his eight-year administration.
- Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi will serve as the royal father of the summit.
- NGF president Otunba Segun Runsewe says preparations for the gathering are well advanced.
Lalong’s continued support for golf
The senator’s attendance is expected to strengthen a summit intended to bring golf stakeholders together to examine the game’s development, promotion and long-term direction in Nigeria. Lalong has repeatedly shown a commitment to growing the sport, especially at grassroots level, and is expected to contribute both his knowledge and public-service experience to the discussions.
His decision to attend also reflects a sustained relationship with golf. Over the years, he has devoted significant support to players and golf facilities, both personally and while serving as Plateau State governor.
During his eight years in office, Lalong sponsored the NGF/Plateau Junior Summer Golf Tournament. The competition gave young golfers a chance to sharpen their abilities, take part in competitive events and gain wider exposure. It also developed into a key scouting and development platform for promising players in Plateau State and other areas.
Summit preparations
Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi has been named the royal father for the second NGF Golf Summit, which is expected to draw prominent figures and golf stakeholders from Nigeria and overseas.
NGF president Otunba Segun Runsewe said preparations for the Abuja event have reached an advanced phase.
