Runsewe introduces 1st Africa online-based golf training prog

President of the Nigeria Golf Federation, Olusegun Runsewe, has introduced a new dimension in golf development with the unveiling of an online-based golf training programme in the country.

The online-based golf training programme is the first of its kind in Africa.

An elated Runsewe said he was happy that the concept, which was once a dream, had become a reality.

“This is  a dream come true. Some few years ago, I realised that our golfing here in the country was too local and there was a need to expose our people.
“In the process, I travelled to South Africa and met some pros. During our conversation, I realised that our pros here in the country are a bit far off with regards to IT based training of golf.

“Instantly, that year, I went to the Botswana Embassy and got visas for two Nigerian pros to travel to Botswana for some relevant golf training course. They went, came back, and were very helpful to us.

“Afterwards, I realised that there was still a need to expose our pros more to the game. However, it was a bit difficult due to the high cost of having to bring some pros from abroad or taking our pros out of the country.
“I had to call on the resident pro in Botswana, Kelosiwaag Mpoh, who agreed to come over to the country at a reduced cost. He came and gave about 15 Nigerian pros some exposure on the modern training techniques,” he said.