Anaryu, Vintenaba, emerge winners of 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day (AFRDC) in Abuja golf tourney

Posted : 14 January 2025

The Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF) has organised a special golf kitty in partnership with the Defence Headquarters to mark the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day (AFRDC) in Abuja.

The golf tournament is part of activities lined up to celebrate the 2025 AFRDC.

The Armed Forces Remembrance Day is observed on Jan. 15 to commemorate the servicemen of the Nigerian Armed Forces.

It also honours veterans of World War I and II, as well as the Nigerian Civil War.

No fewer than 200 golfers participated in the tournament held at the Goodluck Ebele Jonathan (GEJ) Golf Club, Abuja.

The Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen. Christopher Musa, along with other top military personnel and dignitaries, was present to perform the ceremonial tee-off.

Musa, represented by the Chief of Defence Intelligence (CDI), Maj. Gen. E.A.P. Undiandeye, told reporters that the tournament was organised in partnership with the NGF to celebrate retired and fallen heroes.

He said the event was significant in remembering the nation’s fallen heroes who paid the supreme price for defending Nigeria and those still alive who continue to give their best in service to the nation.

“This golf tournament is part of activities lined up to commemorate the Armed Forces’ Remembrance Day.

“Beyond that, it is also in collaboration with the NGF, as you can see the President, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe, present here.

“He has graciously collaborated with the Nigeria Armed Forces to not only popularise the game of golf but also to highlight the health and active nature of the game that restores people to good health.

“The aim is to ensure that we make it a part of the daily routine of Nigerians, as well as popularise the game as a form of exercise for a healthy body and mind, contributing to a healthy society.

“The federal government, led by President Bola Tinubu, has been highly supportive of our operations over the years, and we will continue to do our best to ensure we restore peace and security to the good people of Nigeria.

“Indeed, the Armed Forces will not relent until total peace is achieved,” he said.

Also, Olusegun Runsewe, the President of NGF, commended President Bola Tinubu for approving and giving a well-deserved ceremonial honour to the fallen heroes.

Runsewe emphasised the need to celebrate those who laid down their lives for the peace and unity of Nigeria.

He also expressed gratitude to the CDS for the partnership with the NGF, adding that Nigeria has progressed to the next level of golf development in line with international standards.

“Let me first and foremost thank President Bola Tinubu for giving a befitting ceremonial honour to our fallen heroes.

“It’s a good thing to appreciate those who struggled for the great country called Nigeria.

“This demonstrates that the military has a tradition of celebrating their best, living or dead.

“So, today, I am extremely happy that we are celebrating the fallen heroes by bringing all the retired officers from far and near to come and celebrate and share a moment of glory with these great Nigerians who are no longer with us.

“Indeed, this will serve as a very strong example for the upcoming Nigerians to know that we don’t forget people who have contributed to this great country.

“So, for me, it is a welcome development, and I would specifically like to thank the CDS for always coming together to celebrate their best,” he said.

Similarly, AVM B.D. Solomon, the Captain of the GEJ Golf Club, noted that no fewer than 200 golfers participated in the tournament.

Solomon, who doubles as the Vice President of NGF, said the NGF deemed it wise to initiate the tournament two years ago, adding that it is a game that fosters an atmosphere of friendship and camaraderie.

Anaryu, Vintenaba, emerge winners of 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance Day (AFRDC) in Abuja golf tourney

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