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Wike orders IBB Golf Club committee to commence work immediately

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has directed the newly appointed members of the Interim Management Committee of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida (IBB) Golf Club to commence work immediately.

The Interim Management Committee will function under the supervision of the Board of Trustees, led by the President of the Court of Appeal, Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem.

The Minister’s Senior Special Assistant on Public Communications and Social Media, Lere Olayinka, made this known in a statement issued on Sunday, April 27, 2025.

Olayinka said membership of the IBB Golf Club Interim Management Committee comprised Dr Peter Deshi as Chairman and Yomi Oyelola as the Secretary.

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Other members are Otunba Gbengba Elegbeleye, Nanwor Mamven, Ekanem Ekwueme, Arabi Bello, Lawan Aboki, Okey Nnaedozie, Fred Otobo, and Julius Fadairo.

It would be recalled that Wike had emphasised the FCT Administration’s commitment to restoring order and efficiency to the prestigious club, which has recently experienced internal challenges.

The minister also clarified the ownership status of the club, reiterating that it remained the property of the FCT Administration.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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