30/09/2025
ENIC ELECTS NEW OFFICERS, HOLDS 26TH AGM AS 2025/26 TENNIS SEASON DRAWS NEAR Silver News Ng.
The Eastern Nigeria Inter-Club (ENIC) Tennis League has reaffirmed its place as the country’s foremost regional tennis competition after successfully holding its 26th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at Safari Recreation Club, Owerri.
The well-attended session brought together 39 representatives of member clubs, including presidents, patrons, and members of the Board of Trustees. Sponsors also turned out in style, with Cutix PLC represented by Head of Commercial, Ade Ezebuiro; the Emeka Diwe Foundation; and Sterling Bank officials led by Mr. Damian Onyegbara.
Sponsors Back League Growth
In their goodwill messages, the sponsors pledged unwavering support for ENIC, urging members to sustain the relationship by patronising their products and services. The BOT also gave assurances of continued commitment to the stability and expansion of the league.
Chairman’s Report and Key Announcements
Presenting the status report for the period September 2024 to September 2025, League Chairman, Deacon Ugboaja, applauded the steadfastness of sponsors but lamented challenges such as inadequate funding and the rising use of mercenary players.
He announced the return of Port Harcourt Club, the registration of Orlu Sports Club and Oguta Recreation Club, and the acquisition of rules for additional games, aimed at widening the scope of competition. Ugboaja further charged clubs to encourage more women’s participation.
Reports and Decisions
The Chief Referee presented his technical report, while members expressed concern over the absence of a financial statement. To ensure continuity, outgoing treasurer, Chief Cyril Nnabugwu, was unanimously appointed as Acting Financial Secretary.
Delegates also considered a proposal to introduce a veterans’ category for players aged 70 and above in subsequent tournaments.
New Management Committee Members
Elections were conducted to fill vacant positions on the management committee, producing the following officers:
Vice Chairman: Mr. Emma Duru
Assistant Secretary: Mr. Stanley Ike Iroegbu
Chief Referee: Mr. Sam Akagha
Treasurer: Chief Ernest Elochukwu
Legal Adviser: Barr. Leo Ihuona
Season Outlook
Draws for the 2025/26 ENIC League season were conducted during the AGM, with fixtures confirmed ahead of the official kick-off in October.
The congress ended on an optimistic note, with members confident that the 2025/26 season will sustain ENIC’s reputation as the longest-running and most competitive regional tennis league in Nigeria.
