FirstBank sponsors 2026 Georgian Cup, reaffirms dedication to Polo

FirstBank, West Africa’s premier monetary establishment and monetary inclusion providers supplier, has reaffirmed its dedication to sports activities growth as the distinguished Georgian Cup Polo Tournament returns to the Kaduna Polo Club from 16 to 24 October 2026.

Recognised as one of the crucial prestigious trophies in African polo, the Georgian Cup will as soon as once more convey collectively main polo groups, completed gamers and lovers from throughout Nigeria and past for 9 days of high-level competitors.

The match stays a key fixture on the nation’s sporting calendar, famend for combining elite polo motion with networking and social engagement.

FirstBank’s affiliation with the Georgian Cup dates again to 1919, making it one of many longest-running sports activities sponsorships on this planet.

Donated by the Bank greater than a century in the past, the Georgian Cup stays the oldest and most revered polo trophy in West Africa and a logo of the enduring partnership between FirstBank and the Kaduna Polo Club.

This 12 months’s match is anticipated to draw prime groups and gamers competing for one of many sport’s most coveted honours, whereas providing individuals and spectators a possibility to expertise the wealthy custom, competitiveness and camaraderie which have outlined the Georgian Cup for generations.

Speaking forward of the match, Shehu Aliyu, Executive Director, Public Sector Directorate, FirstBank Group mentioned:

“The Georgian Cup occupies a singular place within the historical past of Nigerian sport, and we’re proud to proceed our longstanding help for a match that has remained a benchmark for excellence in polo for over a century.