Golf: Team GTI wins maiden Industrial Cup in Lagos News

The maiden Industrial and Commerce Cup, held at the golf section of Ikoyi Club 1938, concluded over the weekend with Team GTI Group emerging champions after posting a cumulative gross score of 303.

He described the victory as an honour, attributing it to teamwork and discipline within the squad.

“Being the winner of the inaugural edition of this event is beautiful. I credit the bond and discipline of my team members.”

The winning team comprised Ali (9), Joachim Ebegue Afe (5), Abubakar Lawal (14) and Paul Tijani (11).

Promoter of the event, Pamela Wu, said the initiative was designed to bridge the gap between industry and commerce through golf.

“I believe a lot of industrial leaders need the public that golf attracts. This event is essentially an attempt to bring everyone together and stimulate progressive conversations through the game.”

Wu added that golf can provide a platform for shaping critical discussions affecting industries and commerce at large.

The team representing AIAH Sausage Limited—Mayomile Orumgbeja (14), Ronke Iyiola (16), Toluwalashe Balogun (24) and Ademola Banu (23)—finished as runners-up with a total net score of 304.

Xpress Payment Solutions Ltd, represented by Babatunde Oyelami (7), Destiny Oyero (7), Diana Osmond (10) and Jimoh Ogunsote (8), placed third with a total score of 307.

Folashade Ambrose-Medebem, Lagos State Commissioner for Commerce, Cooperatives, Trade and Investment, highlighted the importance of the initiative and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating robust platforms for driving commerce and industry.

She noted that the event aligns with the state government’s vision of positioning Lagos as a leading commercial hub on the continent, adding that the state remains one of the most conducive environments for doing business in Nigeria.