Billionaire’s Lifestyle: 5 Biggest Golf Courses In Nigeria And Their Owners

#Biggest Golf Courses In Nigeria; Golf is usually referred to as the sport of the wealth, rich and de creme de creme. But where is this game played, well it is usually played on large green courses which means a large expanse of land is needed for this rich men’s sport to be played. This beg the question do we have golf courses in Nigeria, well yes we do, in fact, some of the biggest golf courses in Africa are located in Nigeria and are owned by some of the most wealthy people in the country, which just reinforces the idea that it is a game for the rich and powerful.

In this article, we intend to find out some of the biggest golf courses in Nigeria and their owners. And yes like you guessed it they’re owned by some of the wealthiest Nigerians, some billionaires and some past and present politicians. First on the list is;

1. Elizade Smokin Hills Golf Resort
   The Elizade Smokin Hills Golf resort is located on the outskirts of Akure in Ondo state. The resort has a standard 18-hole golf course of 140 acres with international standard facilities including a private area and driving range. It is presently the biggest golf course in Nigeria and has huge plans for the future. The Golf course is owned by the automobile magnate Chief Micheal Ade-Ojo the owner of “Elizade Motors”.At Smokin Hills, you can meet with friends, relax, eat, explore nature, or golf.
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2. IBB International Golf And County Club
   The IBB International Golf Course is owned by the former head of states, Major General Ibrahim Gbadamosi Babangida {retd}. It is located in Abuja, along the Aso Drive close to the Presidential Villa. It is a tourist attraction with one of the most beautiful parkland courses in sub-Saharan Africa. It occupies about 249 acres of land. It has facilities including a clubhouse, bar, restaurants, and a driving range. You can visit the resort to watch animals like crocodiles and monkeys in their natural habitat.
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3. Le Meridien Ibom Golf Resort

   

   The Le Meridien Ibom Golf resort is arguably the 3rd biggest golf course in Nigeria and it is owned by the hotelier group the “Icon Hotel Group Africa”. It is located in Uyo the capital of Akwa Ibom State. It is a 5-star world-class standard hotel, with a world-class 18-hole golf course. It is some minutes from the Akwa Ibom Airport. It has a world-class onsite restaurant that serves continental dishes and kids’ menu, and an onsite bar, free Wi-Fi and private parking.

4. Lakowe Lakes Golf And County Estate
   The Lakowe Golf and county Estate is arguably the 4th biggest and one of the best-designed Golf courses in the country. It is owned by Mixta Africa, a Real Estate firm, a wholly-owned subsidiary of ARM holding company. This golf course is located along the fast-developing and expanding outskirt of Lagos along the Lekki-Epe expressway. The Lakowe Lakes development occupies a land area of roughly 308 hectares and overlooks a 55-hectare lake
   The estate comprises a pristine 18-hole golf course and clubhouse with sports facilities such as a swimming pool, squash, tennis and badminton courts.
5. Ikoyi Golf Course

   

   The Ikoyi Golf resort is a privately owned Golf course located in the high brow region of Lagos, Ikoyi. It occupies about 456 acres of land and provides first-class facilities for about 10, 000 members. There is an open pavilion with a large multi-purpose screen for all sporting activities viewing and individual or corporate relaxation as well as a large banquet hall for events receptions which have up to 220 sitting capacity, a fully air-conditioned Bar, Lounge and Restaurant.

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