47th CBN Senior Tennis Championship Serves Off in Abuja

The 47th edition of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) Senior Tennis Championship officially began yesterday at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja. The tournament, which runs until June 20, promises exciting matches across various categories, including men's and women's singles, doubles, and wheelchair events.

For nearly five decades, this championship has been a cornerstone for identifying and nurturing tennis talent in Nigeria. It has a proven track record of developing players who have gone on to represent the nation with distinction in international competitions such as the Davis Cup and the All-Africa Games.

Notable athletes who have emerged from this prestigious tournament include Sunday Maku, David Imonite, Veronica Oyibokia-Iwebema, Christy Agugbom, Sarah Adegoke, Sylvester Emmanuel, Joseph Imeh, Oyinlomo Quadri, and Marylove Edwards. Their success highlights the championship's enduring role in elevating Nigerian tennis.

The CBN Senior Tennis Championship continues to demonstrate the bank's dedication to youth development, fostering sports excellence, and promoting the growth of tennis throughout Nigeria.