Abua wins 47th CBN Open Tennis Championship, dethrones Michael

Abua wins 47th CBN Open Tennis Championship, dethrones Michael

National number one tennis player, Canice Abua has emerged the winner of the 47th CBN Open Tennis Championship after dethroning the defending champion, Emmanuel Michael 6-1, 6-2.

In the Ladies Singles, The GEUF Tennis Academy player Etoro Bassey came from a set down to defeat Success Ogunjobi 4-6, 6-0, 6-3 to win her maiden CBN title.

Speaking at the end of the Championship, the

CBN Governor, Oluyemi Cardoso said

the CBN remains passionate about the holistic deve

stressing that they see sports not just

as entertainment but as a powerful tool for empowe

The governor who was represented by the Acting Director, Corporate Communications, Hakama Sidi-Ali noted that

by supporting initiatives such as this championship, reaffirm their

dedication to building a stronger, healthier, and more

The CBN Governor explained that their commitment stems from a deep belief in the transf

He stressed that

"Over the years, this tournament has produced char

According to the governor

"In furtherance of this vision, the CBN launched the adding

"Today, we are delighted to see some of our senior

Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Director, Federation of Elite Athletes Development, Nkana Mbora thanked the apex bank for sustaining the sponsorship in the last 47 years and implored them not to relent.

The new champion, Canice Abua said he worked very hard to overcome the defending champion and commended the CBN for continuously sponsoring the biggest tennis competition in the country.