The prestigious Elizabeth Wuraola Ojo Toyota Golf Tournament is set to make a grand return in 2025, teeing off on November 7 at the world-class Smokin Hills Golf Resort, Ilara-Mokin, Ondo State.
After a five-year break caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the highly anticipated tournament is returning with renewed vigour, exciting enhancements, and bigger rewards for participants.
Organised consistently by Toyota Nigeria Limited since its inception, the tournament honours the late Chief (Mrs) Elizabeth Wuraola Ojo, a woman of remarkable virtue whose legacy continues to inspire excellence, especially among women in sports.
“The Elizabeth Wuraola Ojo Toyota Golf Tournament is more than a sporting event — it is a celebration of legacy, integrity, and enduring values,” said Kunle Ade-Ojo, Managing Director of Toyota Nigeria Limited.
“This year’s edition promises an unforgettable experience for all participants and guests.”
A major highlight of the 2025 edition is the Hole-in-One prize, which has been doubled from N5 million to N10 million, underscoring Toyota’s commitment to raising the stakes and enhancing the tournament’s prestige.
The event will adopt the Shotgun Start format, as in previous editions, ensuring a dynamic and synchronised start to the invitational tournament.
The professional category will open the competition on November 7 from 7 a.m., featuring top golfers from across Nigeria tackling the challenging Smokin Hills course. The amateur men’s and women’s categories will follow on November 8, with a Gala Night later that evening featuring the prize presentation and celebration of winners and dignitaries.
In line with tradition, Toyota (Nigeria) Limited will showcase its latest vehicle models during the event, giving guests a firsthand experience of Toyota’s innovation and craftsmanship.
A highlight of the Gala Night will be the presentation of the “Amiable Woman of the Tournament” award, a special recognition created to honour the memory of Chief (Mrs) Elizabeth Wuraola Ojo and to promote the spirit of excellence among women golfers.
“This award is symbolic of the values she stood for and serves to encourage more women to participate in and contribute to the game of golf,” Ade-Ojo added.
The Elizabeth Wuraola Ojo Toyota Golf Tournament remains a landmark event in Nigeria’s sporting calendar — bringing together the nation’s golfing elite, dignitaries, and corporate leaders in a celebration of sport, legacy, and community.
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