With five days to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), Chairperson of the Catering and Refreshment Committee, Nana Abubakar, has assured visiting golfers, officials and guests of a memorable Nigerian experience, featuring local delicacies, entertainment and well-coordinated catering arrangements.

Abubakar, who is also Treasurer of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), said the committee was working to showcase the richness of Nigerian cuisine and hospitality throughout the visitors’ stay in Abuja.

She explained that the arrangements would extend beyond meals and refreshments, with guests expected to enjoy Nigerian delicacies, cocktails and entertainment as part of activities surrounding the continental championship.

The committee is also making provisions to cater for golfers during practice sessions and throughout the competition, recognising the importance of keeping players refreshed and comfortable despite potentially challenging weather conditions.

According to Abubakar, the arrangements are designed to allow players to concentrate on their games while receiving the necessary catering and refreshment support throughout the tournament.

Beyond the golf course, the hospitality package will begin upon the visitors’ arrival in Nigeria, with welcome packages and reception arrangements planned to give participating teams and other guests a warm introduction to the country.

The initiative reflects the Local Organising Committee’s determination to make AACT 2026 more than a sporting contest by using the championship to showcase Nigerian culture, cuisine, entertainment and hospitality to visitors from across Africa.

Nigeria will host the All Africa Challenge Trophy for the third time, having previously staged the 1996 edition at Ikoyi Club 1938 in Lagos and the 2010 championship at the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja.

The 2026 tournament is scheduled to hold from November 2 to 7 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club, Abuja, with about 30 African countries expected to participate.

Under the slogan, “Uniting Africa Through the Greens,” the championship will bring together women golfers from across the continent while creating opportunities for cultural exchange, tourism and stronger relationships among African nations.

With five days remaining, the Catering and Refreshment Committee says it is putting the finishing touches to a distinctive Nigerian experience that will combine sporting excellence with the warmth of the country’s renowned hospitality.