The NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament Returns with GTCO as Headline Sponsor
Caption:L-R : Mohammed Sani Dangote ,Captain, Lagos Polo Club;Unoaku Sheidu,Corporate Communication, GTCO PLC ; Olugbile Holloway ,Secretary Lagos Polo Club; Derin Alex-Adedipe ,Corporate Communication, GTCO PLC ; Adeyemi Alakija ,Secretary General Nigeria Polo Association; Mayowa Ogunusi,Tournament Manager ,Lagos Polo Club, at the media briefing on the 2025 edition of GTCO/Lagos
International Polo Tournament ,which was held at the Lagos Polo Club...on Tuesday.
Lagos, Nigeria – January 28, 2025 – The prestigious NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament is set to return this February, with Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) proudly serving as the headline sponsor. Scheduled to take place at the Lagos Polo Club in Ikoyi from February 4 to February 23, 2025, the tournament promises a thrilling showcase of talent, sportsmanship, and community spirit.
Renowned as one of the most celebrated events in Nigeria’s sporting and social calendar, the Lagos Polo Tournament combines heritage, world-class polo action, and a vibrant social atmosphere. Last year’s tournament featured an electrifying six-chukka match, where Leighton Kings triumphed over Art Hotel Shoreline to secure the coveted Majekodunmi Cup.
This year’s event is set to raise the bar even higher, with top-tier teams competing for honors in both the Open Cup and the Majekodunmi Cup. Over the course of 18 days, spectators will witness a mix of high-goal and low-goal matches. Highlights of the tournament will include the Silver Cup, which runs across all three weeks, and the Low Cup, which takes center stage in the final week.
GTCO’s Commitment to Community Development
Segun Agbaje, Group Chief Executive Officer of GTCO, expressed the company’s excitement about its sponsorship role. “At GTCO, we are passionate about fostering excellence and creating platforms that bring people together through shared passions. The NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament embodies the spirit of teamwork, discipline, and fair play—values that resonate deeply with our brand. We remain committed to driving positive change by supporting local initiatives with global impact, ensuring that the benefits of the tournament extend well beyond the sport itself.”
GTCO’s support for the tournament reflects its dedication to promoting impactful initiatives that enhance community development and celebrate Africa’s rich sporting culture. By partnering with the Lagos Polo Club, the institution is helping to elevate polo in Nigeria and promote inclusivity through this world-class event.
About Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc
Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) is a leading financial services institution headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, with operations in 10 countries across Africa and the United Kingdom. Having transitioned in April 2021 from a commercial banking entity to a fully-fledged financial services holding company, GTCO operates a diversified portfolio that includes Guaranty Trust Bank Limited (GTBank), Guaranty Trust Fund Managers Limited, Guaranty Trust Pension Managers Limited, and HabariPay Limited.
Listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) and the London Stock Exchange (LSE), GTCO continues to be a trailblazer in financial services while championing enterprise, innovation, and transformative community impact across the continent.
As polo enthusiasts and socialites gather at the Lagos Polo Club this February, the 2025 NPA Lagos International Polo Tournament is poised to be an unforgettable celebration of sport, culture, and community, underpinned by GTCO’s vision of fostering excellence and unity.
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