Nigeria Golf Federation Denies Suspension Reports, Threatens Legal Action

Nigeria Golf Federation (NGF) President Olusegun Runsewe has vehemently denied rumors circulating in the online media about Nigeria's suspension from continental golf events. He dismissed the reports as malicious and capable of causing unnecessary panic among stakeholders.

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We will not hesitate to seek redress in court against those behind this malicious publication. Journalism must be guided by facts and professionalism, not speculation and misinformation.

Runsewe asserted that the alleged suspension over nonpayment of affiliation fees was false, stating that the $1,500 fee was paid electronically last week. He further clarified that the responsibility for international affiliation fees lies with the National Sports Commission (NSC), not individual sports federations.

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The issue of suspension does not arise because the affiliation fee of 1,500 dollars was paid electronically since last week.

"We will not hesitate to seek redress in court against those behind this malicious publication. Journalism must be guided by facts and professionalism, not speculation and misinformation," Runsewe declared. He also revealed that he personally contacted the African Golf Confederation (AGC) President, Amb. Johnson Omolo, who denied authorizing any interview or statement regarding Nigeria's purported suspension.

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Affiliation fees are the responsibility of the National Sports Commission. The commission has always handled such obligations on behalf of national federations.

Runsewe also addressed confusion regarding the African Golf Confederation (AGC) and the All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT), explaining they are separate organizations with distinct roles. He dismissed attempts to link the alleged NGF suspension to Nigeria's upcoming hosting of the 2026 AACT, confirming that preparations for the championship are proceeding as planned, with approximately 30 African countries expected to participate.

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I spoke directly with Amb. Johnson Omolo who categorically told me that neither the AGC nor its officials granted any interview or issued any press release to any media organisation on the purported suspension of Nigeria.