FirstBank Ghana has announced its support for the 89th Ghana Open Golf Championship with a sponsorship for the event. The prestigious four-day tournament will commence on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, and will climax on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the Royal Golf Club in Kumasi.
This year’s championship promises to attract an impressive lineup of golfers from across the country and abroad, making it a truly international event.
Yaw Asante on the sponsorship, FirstBank Ghana’s Managing Director, Victor Yaw Asante, shared his enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to return as sponsors of an event of this magnitude, one that not only promotes physical and mental wellness but also serves as a critical networking platform for business executives. Golf, by its nature, facilitates meaningful connections and the forging of significant partnerships, which are crucial for business growth.
At FirstBank, we recognise that our success is intertwined with that of our clients, and platforms like this enable us to support them in advancing their business objectives. It is an opportunity for impactful conversations that go beyond the game.”
Victor Yaw Asante further highlighted FirstBank’s commitment to excellence, stating, “Delivering gold standard services means creating opportunities for our stakeholders to connect, grow, and thrive. This championship is a perfect example of our dedication to enabling both personal and professional development through strategic partnerships. We believe in empowering our clients and communities, and this sponsorship is a testament to that commitment.”
Mr. Kweku Okyere, President of the Ghana Golf Association, expressed his excitement and gratitude by saying, “We are delighted to host this year’s championship in Kumasi, coinciding with the 25th anniversary of His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. Our goal is to elevate the game of golf in Ghana to an international standard, akin to the golfing scenes in Europe and beyond.
We want to make golf more accessible and appealing to a wider audience. I must extend special thanks to FirstBank for their invaluable support. They have contributed significantly to the success of this event, though we hope to see even greater support in the future. We are grateful to all our sponsors and look forward to an even better tournament next year.”
Over the years, FirstBank has consistently demonstrated its commitment to the sport, having sponsored numerous golf tournaments, including the FirstBank@25 GolfTournament in 2021, the Captain’s Prize Golf Tournament in 2022, both of which were held at the Bok Nam Kim Golf Club for amateur golfers nationwide, and last year’s Ghana Open Golf Championship which came off at the Centre of the World Golf Club. These events have provided exciting and competitive experiences for golfers, further cementing FirstBank’s role in promoting the sport in Ghana.
FirstBank Ghana is a subsidiary of First Bank of Nigeria Limited. The FirstBank brand is celebrating its 130th anniversary this year. First Bank of Nigeria is the parent of FirstBank UK, FirstBank DRC, FirstBank Guinea, FirstBank Sierra Leone, FirstBank Gambia, FirstBank Senegal, and FirstBank Ghana.
