By Ado Salisu, Kano
The Nigerian Tennis Federation (NTF) has approved the dates for the 38th Dala Hard Courts Tennis Championship, as over 200 players across the country are expected to compete in the weeklong event.
Tournament Director, Alhaji Yusuf Datti stated this while briefing newsmen on the preparations ahead of the competition.
Alhaji Datti who doubles as Vice President of the NTF, said that the championship will take place from 20th to 29th November, 2025 at the Kano Club Tennis Section.
The director added that the preliminary rounds will be held from 21st to 23rd November with the main draw commencing on Monday 24th November and final to hold on 29th.
Alhaji Datti who is also a registrar of the Khalifah Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN), pointed out that the organisers have requested the NTF to invite the top 30 ranked men and the top 10 ranked ladies to participate in the main draw of the event.
”This year’s budget is projected to be higher than last year’s due to general use in prizes. Nevertheless, we remain optimistic about receiving positive support from our principal sponsors -TGI, First bank Plc, Fidelity Bank as well as other corporate organizations and individuals. The organizing committee will provide accommodation and feeding for national officials and participating players,” he said.
While commending Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and other top government officials for their support and cooperation, he assured that the leadership of Dala Hard Courts Tennis will continue to promote the development of the game in the state and the country at large.
