Nigeria Ladies Open 2026: Tanzania’s Olomi takes early lead
Nigeria Ladies Open 2026: Tanzania’s Olomi takes early lead
Tanzania’s Neema Olomi emerged as the early leader at the ongoing Nigeria Ladies Open Championship 2026 at the IBB International Golf and Country Club in Abuja.
The Voice Media Trust (VMT NEWS) reports that Olomi returned an impressive two-over-par 74 in the opening round to top the individual stroke-play leaderboard.
She finished two strokes ahead of compatriot Madina Hussein, who carded a four-over-par 76 to occupy second position.
Afla Mezedo followed in third place with a five-over-par 77, while Hawa Wanyeche finished fourth after returning seven-over-par 79.
Aalaa Somji and Ayne Magombe jointly occupied fifth position after recording nine-over-par 81 each.
Tracey Humbira was seventh with 10-over-par 82, while Ehinonmen Igbinadolor and Loveness Mungure shared eighth position with 12-over-par 84 apiece.
Diana Osmond completed the top 10 with a 13-over-par 85, sharing the score with Susan Marcus, who occupied the next position on the leaderboard.
Speaking after her impressive opening-round performance, Olomi expressed satisfaction with her start, describing the round as encouraging.
“I am delighted to have started the championship on a positive note. The course demands concentration, patience and consistency, and I tried to remain focused throughout my round.
“I know there are still two rounds to play, so my priority is to maintain my composure, improve where necessary and give my best in the remaining rounds,” she said.
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Olomi said she was looking forward to the subsequent rounds, adding that she hoped to maintain her position and finish strongly.
The championship features three rounds of 18-hole stroke-play competition, with players expected to complete 54 holes before the final standings are determined.
VMT NEWS reports that the tournament, which teed off on Saturday, attracted no fewer than 100 golfers and is scheduled to end on Tuesday.
The competition has brought together female golfers to showcase their skills, improve their competitive experience and strengthen the development of women’s golf in Nigeria.
The Nigeria Ladies Open is regarded as an important platform for promoting competitive opportunities, identifying emerging talents and encouraging greater participation in the sport.
The championship is expected to further consolidate the growing profile of women’s golf in Nigeria and provide an opportunity for local and international players to measure their abilities.
The remaining rounds are expected to produce further changes on the leaderboard as competitors battle for the championship title.
