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  • Ojomu appointed national auditor of ALGONVC

    Ojomu appointed national auditor of ALGONVC

    Vice Chairman, Somolu Local Government, Hon. Ojomu Taiwo, has been appointed as the National Auditor of the Association of Local Government of Nigeria Vice-Chairmen (ALGONVC).

    The announcement was made during the recently concluded ALGONVC conference held in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria.

    In a statement, his media office noted that: “This appointment reflects Hon. Ojomu’s unwavering commitment, leadership, and service to the local government sector. 

    “His consistent dedication to enhancing local governance and his proactive approach to public service have been key factors in earning this prestigious role.

    “Since assuming office less than a year ago as Vice Chairman under Hon. Lateef Ashimi in Somolu Local Government, Ojomu Taiwo has worked closely with his superior to drive policy coordination, foster grassroots engagement, and advance institutional development. 

    “His collaborative efforts and effective leadership have earned him the trust and respect of his peers, both locally and nationally, which made him a natural choice for the role of National Auditor.

    “Ojomu’s long-standing involvement in inter-local government relations and his active participation in collaborative governance among Vice Chairmen nationwide also played a significant role in his appointment.

    “As the National Auditor, Ojomu is expected to play a key role in promoting transparency, accountability, and financial oversight within the ALGONVC. 

    “His appointment aligns with the organization’s mission to strengthen the impact and voice of local governments across Nigeria.”

  • Kuti, Ojomu clinch maiden ITTF Africa West Regional Championships titles

    Kuti, Ojomu clinch maiden ITTF Africa West Regional Championships titles

    Nigeria’s Matthew Kuti etched his name in history as the first West African player to successfully defend the men’s singles title at the 2025 ITTF Africa West Regional Championships.

    Meanwhile, Ajoke Ojomu celebrated her first regional triumph in the women’s singles, marking a memorable outing for Team Nigeria at the event, which concluded on Saturday, July 19, at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos.

    Following Liberia’s withdrawal, seven nations participated in the tournament. Host nation Nigeria dominated the team events, defeating Ghana, Benin Republic, Guinea, Togo, Côte d’Ivoire, and Burkina Faso.

    Despite stiff competition from Côte d’Ivoire in the men’s singles, Nigerian players swept all the medals in the singles categories. Defending champion Kuti reaffirmed his supremacy by overcoming compatriot Abdulbasit Abdulfatai 4-1 (7-11, 11-6, 11-9, 11-7, 11-7) in the final.

    In the women’s singles, Ojomu bounced back from her 2024 loss to compatriot Hope Udoaka to claim her first regional title. She defeated Sukurat Aiyelabegan in straight sets (11-7, 11-8, 11-5, 14-12), despite battling a leg injury during the match. Energized by the home crowd, Ojomu pushed through the pain to emerge victorious.

    Earlier in the tournament, on Thursday, July 16, Nigeria’s men’s team reclaimed their title with a commanding 3-0 win over Côte d’Ivoire in the final. The Nigerian women’s team, led by Ojomu, also retained their crown with a flawless run, defeating Benin Republic, Ghana, and Guinea.

    The four-day championship also served as a qualifier for the 2025 African Championships, scheduled for October 12–19 in Kigali, Rwanda.

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    After narrowly losing the 2024 title to Togo, the Nigerian men returned with renewed determination. Playing on home soil, the trio of Kuti, Taiwo Mati, and Abdulfatai dropped only one set in the group stage—ironically to Côte d’Ivoire—before powering through the knockout rounds to dominate the final.

    Vice President of ITTF Africa West Region, Ferdinand Sounou, praised Lagos for hosting what he described as the best regional tournament of the year. He commended the city’s organizational excellence and the rising level of competition across the region.

     “This year’s tournament in Lagos was a resounding success,” Sounou said. “The quality of organization and the elevated standard of play were impressive. Compared to previous editions, which were often dominated by a few countries, this year showed a remarkable improvement across the board.”

    He added, “Nigerian players are no longer the untouchables they once were. The gap is closing, and the competition is intensifying. Still, Nigeria remains the top team in West Africa.”

    The tournament which started with the qualifiers one Friday 18 July, will end  on Saturday 26 July, 2025.