By Samson Obande,  Lafia

Gazebo Badminton Club, Lugbe, Abuja, recorded four wins against two by NAF Badminton Club, Lafia, in a friendly tournament co-hosted by Solid Miners Badminton Club, Lafia, at the Nigerian Air Force Base, Lafia.

The event held on Thursday brought together players from Abuja and Lafia for six matches comprising three men’s doubles and three men’s singles.

Both teams displayed high skill, determination and sportsmanship in what organizers described as a celebration of friendship and grassroots development.

According to results released at the end of the competition, Gazebo won the 1st match 2–0 and the 2nd match 2–1. NAF Lafia responded with a 2–0 win in the 3rd match. Gazebo went on to win three additional matches to finish 4–2 on the day.

Chairman of Solid Miners Badminton Club, Lafia, Mallam Umar Mohammed Sule, said the visit was aimed at building stronger relationships among clubs and growing the sport beyond community lines.

“We sincerely appreciate Gazebo Badminton Club for coming all the way from Lugbe, Abuja, to Lafia. Your visit demonstrates the spirit of friendship, unity and sportsmanship that badminton represents,” Sule said. 

“We are committed to strengthening this relationship, and we look forward to reciprocating your visit in Abuja in the coming days.”

Also speaking, Engr. Col. Ahmed (Rtd) noted that exchange matches help players improve skills and gain competitive experience. 

“This is more than just a badminton competition. It is about friendship, unity, networking and the development of our players,” he said.

Organizers appreciated the leadership of NAF Badminton Club, Lafia, for hospitality and logistics support during the tournament.

Lt. Col. Abraham Isaiah Ose, Promoter of Grassroots Badminton in Nasarawa State and Management of ANOSAPU Talent Hunts, congratulated both clubs and pledged to work toward putting Nasarawa State on the national badminton medal table.

He called on stakeholders, government and private bodies to support efforts aimed at discovering and nurturing young talents.

“Events like this are essential for talent discovery, promoting healthy living and creating opportunities for players to improve through meaningful competition,” Ose said.

Solid Miners Badminton Club said it remains committed to building partnerships with clubs within and outside Nasarawa State to take badminton to greater heights across Nigeria.

Teams that participated at the tournament are NAF Badminton Club, Lafia – Host, Gazebo Badminton Club, Lugbe, Abuja – Guest and Solid Miners Badminton Club, Lafia – Co-host