The World Corporate Golf Challenge (WCGC) national finals concluded with a thrilling display of skill at Ikoyi Club 1938, as NSITF and Yoke Solutions emerged victorious to represent Nigeria at the WCGC World Finals in Beijing, China, scheduled for October 19 to 23, 2026.
NSITF Dominates Net Category
The team of Oluwatoyin Oni and A. Johnson from NSITF delivered an outstanding performance, accumulating a combined 75 stableford points to win the net category. Their commanding lead secured their place in the world finals, where they will compete against corporate executives from around the globe.
Yoke Solutions Triumphs in Gross Category
In the gross category, the duo of Talal Akar and Arun Sharma from Yoke Solutions topped the leaderboard with an impressive gross score of 65, earning their ticket to Beijing. Both pairs are now set to showcase Nigeria's corporate golfing talent on the international stage.
Team Reactions and Commitments
A. Johnson, representing Team NSITF, expressed immense pride in their achievement and assured that both teams would be worthy ambassadors for Nigeria during the world finals. The competition saw debutant Sai Atlantic, represented by Vinayak Advani and Elias Abdelahad, finish second in the net category, while Megamound Investment placed third after a countback.
Sponsors and Future Plans
The Brand Manager of TCL, Eyet Spencer, the event's major sponsor, reaffirmed the company's commitment to golf and sports sponsorships, noting that it aligns with the brand's vision to inspire greatness through sports. Remi Olukoya, CEO of Falcon Golf Development Company and WCGC franchise holder in Nigeria, reiterated the organization's dedication to developing golf in Nigeria. He thanked sponsors including TCL, Sims Nigeria, Globus Bank, Loft & Keys, Jotun, Pepsi, Banwo & Ighodalo, Davisther, Sai Atlantic Hotels, Western Development, and Aramanda for their support.
