Committee, Chief of Defence Staff Meet to Promote Golf for Peace Tourney

Kasim Sumaina  in Abuja 

The Organising Committee of  Golf for Peace Tournament scheduled for November have paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of  Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa who is a Peace Advocate and  the Special Guest of  Honour for the upcoming event at IBB Golf Course and Country Club, in Abuja.

The team, led by the initiator of the Golf  For Peace Tournament, Kemi Olowoyo-Otegbade, Chairman, Organising Committee, Ambassador Enoch Duchi, Makosi Musambasi and others, hinted that in today’s strife-ridden world, the pursuit of peace has become more crucial than ever. 

Otegbade, while speaking said: “As an ardent advocate for peace, we had a meeting with the Chief of Defence Staff, aimed at discussing a unique initiative: a golf tournament promoting peace. 

“The encounter, highlighting the significance of fostering peaceful dialogues and the potential impact of unconventional approaches in achieving harmony. Setting the Stage for Peace.”.

According to him, “The golf tournament, a platform for promoting peace, embodied the belief that peace transcends boundaries. By bringing together prominent military personnel, influential figures, and avid golf enthusiasts, the tournament aimed to create an environment that fostered dialogue, understanding, and collaboration.

”The Chief of Defense Staff played a pivotal role in spearheading this initiative, recognising the power of sports to transcend political, religious, and cultural barriers.”

Responding, the Chief of  Defence Staff, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, noted that sporting events, such as golf tournaments, have the unique ability to foster camaraderie and bridge divides. 

He said, “Sports, by their very nature, promote fair competition, teamwork, and respect for rules. These values, when embraced, can transcend societal divisions and unite individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering a sense of shared humanity.”