Former Tremendous Eagles ahead, Jonathan Akpoborie, {and professional} golf sensation, Olapade Sunday took turns to shine on the Nigeria Social Insurance coverage Belief Fund’s (NSITF), Skilled Growth Competitors, which was hosted on the golf part of Ikoyi Membership 1938, in Lagos.
Olapade shot a formidable 64, seven underneath par to steer the sphere of 24 skilled golfers within the 18-hole occasion final week. He beat Emmanuel Aladekere (68) by 4 photographs, whereas Francis Epe and Ogunwoye Shola have been tied within the third place with their respective 69, two underneath returns.
Jonathan Akpoborie, Nigeria’s former soccer star additionally featured within the occasion as a visitor participant to underscore the broad scope of the NSITF cowl.
The Managing Director of Nigeria Social Insurance coverage Belief Fund, Oluwaseun Mayomi Faleye, who was represented on the closing ceremony by NSITF Regional Supervisor (Mainland) Lagos, Agboma Okoroafor, stated that athletes together with skilled golfers are uncovered to career-threatening dangers.
“As skilled golfers, you face numerous dangers related along with your careers, together with however not restricted to accidents that may have an effect on your efficiency and livelihood. The Staff’ Compensation Scheme (ECS) gives essential safety towards work-related accidents, diseases, disabilities and even demise. By registering with this scheme, you acquire entry to medical care, rehabilitation companies, and monetary compensation in instances of disabilities and demise.” She stated.
Okoroafor stated the NSITF values the rising relationship that it’s cultivating with Ikoyi Membership 1938 and the sport of golf.
“NSITF has made efforts to actively help the event {of professional} golf within the nation, as exemplified by our sponsorship of the inaugural Ikoyi Membership Skilled Growth Competitors in Lagos. This engagement highlights our dedication to fostering the expansion and talent enhancement of golfers. The Ikoyi Membership boasts a number of the best professionals in Nigeria and is arguably the most important golf-playing group within the nation. By investing in such initiatives, we goal to contribute to the event of not solely the game but additionally the livelihoods of those that dedicate themselves to it.”
