Top-level tennis action returned to Abuja over the weekend as the 46th edition of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) National Open Tennis Championship took center stage at Package ‘B’ of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, despite the absence of the defending champions in both the men’s and women’s singles events.
Emmanuel Michael and US-based Adesuwa Osabuohien rose to the occasion, overcoming stiff competition to claim the 2025 singles titles.
In a thrilling men’s final, Emmanuel Michael battled past a determined Prosper Okonkwo in three sets, winning 7-5, 2-6, 6-3 to take home the championship crown and the top prize. Meanwhile, Adesuwa Osabuohien produced a stunning comeback in the women’s final, rallying from a set down to defeat Omotayo Blessing 3-6, 5-1, 6-4.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, the Deputy Governor, Corporate Services Directorate of the CBN, Mrs. Emen Usoro represented by the Acting Director of Corporate Communications, Mrs. Hakama Sidi Ali reaffirmed the bank’s long-standing support for the championship, noting its consistent sponsorship over the last four decades and the introduction of a junior category in 2006.
She emphasized the CBN’s commitment to youth development through sports, describing it as not only a platform for entertainment but also a vital instrument for empowerment, engagement, and national cohesion.
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