Thirteen clubs are expected to compete for honours and prizes at the maiden edition of the Anambra Governor’s Cup Lawn Tennis Competition scheduled to hold from October 27 to 30, 2026, at the Anambra Country Club, Awka.
The President of the club, Chief Damian Enekwechi, disclosed this to journalists in Awka, describing the competition as an annual sporting initiative designed to promote lawn tennis, physical fitness and healthy living.
He said the tournament is being organised by the Anambra Country Club, Awka, in collaboration with Audi Company Limited.
Chief Enekwechi noted that the club was open to sponsorship opportunities in lawn tennis, swimming and other sporting activities, adding that it boasts a secure environment and modern facilities for recreation and relaxation.
He also said membership was open to eligible married individuals who met the club’s admission criteria and wished to enrich their social lives, assuring that the club would sustain its commitment to excellence and efficient service delivery.
Also speaking, the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Audi Company Limited, Dr. Clem Ifezue, said the partnership reflected the company’s commitment to giving back to the state and society.
He explained that the company’s corporate social responsibility initiatives focused on health, education and sports.
Dr. Ifezue commended the quality of facilities at the club, describing them as a demonstration of Governor Chukwuma Soludo’s commitment to sports development and his vision of creating a safe environment where people could work, relax and enjoy themselves.
The tournament consultant, Mr. Chiedu Agusiobu, disclosed that 13 clubs would participate in the competition, which is open to players aged 40 and above.
He added that prizes had been provided for winners and other participants, expressing optimism that the competition would encourage greater participation in lawn tennis and promote healthy living among adults in the state.
