LOC Calls On Nigerians To Watch Tennis Actions

The Local Organising Committee , LOC, of the Governor’s Cup Lagos Tennis Championship, has called on Nigerians to come out and watch exciting tennis action in the ongoing ITF tournament at the Lagos Lawn Tennis Club, Onikan.

The first leg of the tournament sponsored enters its Main Draws today with tennis stars across the world and some top Nigerian players fighting for honour and the prize money of $15,000 for the men’s category and $25,000 for the women’s event.

Tournament Director of the competition, Prince ‘Wale Oladunjoye, said that Nigerians, especially residents of Lagos, should come out to watch the daily action.

He said: “The 11th edition of the Governor’s Cup is ongoing. It’s free and the LOC has put in place good organisation for tennis lovers to enjoy themselves throughout the two-week tourney.

“The championship has been a veritable platform for the world emerging stars to showcase their talents and this year’s edition promises to produce fireworks, judging from the calibre of stars playing in the competition. Nigeria should come out to watch the action.

The competition is sponsored by Etisalat, FCMB and other co sponsors like Julius Berger, Naston Eng. Ltd, CCECC Nig Ltd, Seg-Mahsen Nig Ltd, HFP Eng. Ltd and some individuals.