Mike Makinde has become the first golfer to win the Nigeria Cup three times after emerging champion of the 2026 Nigeria Cup, the 29th edition of the tournament, at Ikoyi Club 1938, Lagos.
The seven-handicap golfer produced a 65 net to win the competition by four shots, finishing ahead of Anscy Okoebor, who placed second, while Abiola Johnson settled for third.
Makinde’s latest triumph marks his third Nigeria Cup title after his previous victories in 2022 and 2023. His latest success also establishes him as the first golfer to claim the tournament three times.
Reflecting on his achievement, Makinde described the victory as an important milestone in his golfing career and credited his success to hard work.
He said:
“I consider winning again as an important part of my golfing career. I’m excited and happy with the outcome of this tournament.”
Makinde also thanked the organising committee for putting together what he described as a successful competition, while expressing confidence that more victories would follow.
In the men’s gross category, Akeem Lawal emerged winner with a score of 75, while Calli Udalor finished second on 76. Peter Eben-Spiff completed the top three.
Adeyosola Ayodele claimed the ladies’ net category with 71 net, while Evelyn Oyome emerged winner of the ladies’ gross category.
Chairman of the 2026 Nigeria Cup Organising Committee, Mohammed Oyibo, expressed satisfaction with the successful conclusion of the weeklong tournament.
Oyibo thanked the sponsors, members of the organising committee and participating golfers for their support and commitment to sustaining the competition.
He said the committee was guided by the objective of elevating the tournament and delivering an unforgettable week of golf for participants.
The Nigeria Cup remains one of the notable fixtures on the Nigerian golfing calendar, bringing together players across different categories in a competitive celebration of the sport.
