The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Mr. Nyesom Wike, has inaugurated the newly constituted Board of Trustees for the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) Golf Membership.
Wike stated throughout the inauguration in Abuja on Friday, that the FCT Administration was dedicated to restoring order and effectivity of the celebrated membership.
He charged the board, which is headed by Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem, President of the Court docket of Attraction, to take the membership to higher heights.
The minister famous the lingering disaster affecting the operation of the Golf Course, including that because the proprietor, the FCT Administration would watch whereas it deteriorated.
He careworn the necessity for the brand new board to conduct a clear and credible Government Committee election, amend the membership’s structure, and guarantee its correct registration.
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The minister expressed confidence within the new board and pledged the FCT Administration’s help in resolving present points and enhancing the membership’s services.
“So, for us to have a Board of Trustees that might be led by the President of the Court docket of Attraction, you understand that we aren’t joking in any respect.
“We are going to do every thing we will to present the membership the required help. Let it come again to what it was,” he directed.
Wike emphasised the necessity to restore the membership’s worldwide popularity and urged the board to exhibit dedication to enhancing the membership’s infrastructure and providers.
In line with him, the FCT Administration might be prepared to help anytime the place possible.
The minister additionally clarified the possession standing of the membership, reiterating that it stays the property of the FCT Administration.
“It’s essential to know that we’re nonetheless the house owners of the Golf Course. It’s not privatised,” he stated.
Wike acknowledged the contributions of the outgoing Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Gen. Ibrahim Haruna Rtd. assuring him of continued recognition as a patron of the membership.
“Let me thank our pricey chief who has been piloting the affairs of the Board of Trustees earlier than the disaster got here up.
“Management will not be simple. I do know what you may have handed by. We need to thanks for all of your efforts and to let you understand that the federal government is not going to enable your providers to go in useless,” he stated.
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In her remarks, Dongban-Mensem expressed the board’s gratitude to the FCT Minister for his immediate motion in addressing the current challenges confronted by the membership.
She acknowledged the contributions of previous management of the membership, notably the fast previous Chairman of the Board for his dedication to the establishment.
The authorized luminary pledged the readiness of the brand new board to uphold the membership’s integrity and work diligently.
Dongban-Mensem assured that the board would attempt to revive concord and unity amongst members.
“The significance connected to the membership by the federal government is correct and we will not disappoint or take with no consideration the boldness reposed in us.
“We will attempt our greatest to make sure that all frayed nerves are calmed,” she stated.
The board’s chairman emphasised the significance of fostering a collaborative atmosphere, selling mental engagement, and showcasing Nigeria to the world by the membership’s actions.
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She highlighted the financial potential of golf and famous the membership’s pure magnificence and environmental consciousness, together with the safety of native wildlife.
The Attraction Court docket President pledged to advertise these ideas and improve the membership’s visibility.
She expressed confidence in Wike’s dedication to offer the wanted help and pledged to handle the membership’s sources successfully.
“I attraction to my colleagues on the board to cooperate in order that we will work as a physique to uphold the boldness that has been reposed in us.
“I additionally attraction to our outgoing chairman and different members of the board to stick with us and information us. Let’s work collectively as a staff,” she stated.
