L-R Manager, FSDH Merchant Bank, Abuja & Northern Region, Olufemi Adeniyi; Executive Director Jaiz Bank, Alhassan Abdulkarim; President, Guards Polo Club Abuja, Sen. Dauda Halliru Jika; Group Managing Director, ASD Motors Nig. Ltd, Shehu Sani Dauda; Commercial Director, Dangote-Peugeot Automobiles Nigeria Limited, Umar Isa Kaita and Club Secetary, Abuja Guards Polo Club, Billamin Oniyangi at the press conference of the annual National Carnival Polo Tournament held in Abuja recently
By peace Udugba
Abuja, Nigeria – December 5, 2025 – The Guards Polo Club Abuja has kicked off its highly anticipated annual National Carnival Polo Tournament at the Guards Polo Club/Nigeria Army Polo Resort, Mambilla Barracks, Abuja. The event uniquely blends sport, culture, and elite social interaction.
Featuring over 40 competing polo teams, this year’s tournament promises thrilling competition for four prestigious cups and various special trophies across multiple categories. Notably, the Rubicon, Mangal Cement, STL, and Malcomines polo teams will vie for the coveted President Cup the tournament’s top honour.
Sen. Dauda Halliru Jika, President of Guards Polo Club Abuja, remarked, “The 2025 tournament remains one of the moments where our club truly comes alive—a reminder of how sport can bring people together and strengthen our community.”
He added, “We’re grateful for the commitment of our members, patrons, and partners. Their support has positioned us to host a vibrant, memorable tournament that welcomes everyone—from families and young professionals to long-standing supporters of the game.
Scheduled to run from December 1 to December 14, the tournament will reward top participants with four main championship trophies: the President Cup, FCT Minister Cup, Legislative Shield, and Low Cup. Additional accolades include the COAS Cup, Argentine Ambassador’s Cup, Dauwle Baba Memorial Cup and the El-Amin Cup for youth competitors.
Ahmed Aminu Tournament Manager, revealed that this year’s sponsorship plan is designed to deliver measurable value, enhance customer engagement, and foster long-term brand affinity. Esteemed sponsors include Jaiz Bank, Mangal Cement, FSDH, Niger Foods, Kabba Doors, Vento Furniture, Nexim, KSH Foundation, STL, Pop Cola, Noella Foundation, Afdin Petroleum, Abab Nig Ltd, Max Air, Samu, and many more.
Dignitaries, including National Sports Commission (NSC) Chairman, Shehu Diko, are also expected to attend. With vibrant colours and the elegance of players and their ponies, the 2025 National Carnival Polo Tournament promises an atmosphere that harmoniously combines tradition, elite sport, and contemporary style.
The 2025 National Carnival Polo Tournament reaffirms the club’s commitment to fostering community spirit, empowering local communities, and enhancing Nigeria’s equestrian heritage on both national and global platforms. Tickets are available for purchase on Onburd and Allevents,
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