Lagos Yacht Club

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Lagos Yacht Club
Short nameLYC
Founded1932
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The Lagos Yacht Club (LYC) founded in 1932 was one of the oldest sporting clubs in Nigeria. The yacht club has many boats. It is located south of Tafawa Balewa Square and the National Museum; all in Lagos Island, across the bridge leading to Victoria Island. [1] Facilities at the harbour also include several sailing boats and other sport activities which take place at the club house. [2] [3]

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The club was founded by expatriate sailing lovers in Lagos, among whom were C.J. Webb, Jessie Horne, R.M. Williams and H.A. Whittaker. A regatta held in 1931 to coincide with the visit of H.M.S. Cardiff and the German cruiser Emden generated interest in sailing. At inception, the club had over 20 members.

Administration

The Yacht Club is managed by a committee comprising the Commodore and the Flag Officers. This committee meets once a week. It has the responsibilities of receiving reports, serving the club members and ensuring that the Club's sailing and non-sailing activities are properly managed. The term for the Commodore is annually but one can be elected at the end of every tenure if the person wishes to continue. [4]

90th Anniversary

In 2022, Lagos Yacht Club celebrated 90 years of existence. However, the celebration was marred Covid-19 which affected the planning. [5]

Partnership

The Yacht Club Lagos has partnered with some organizations. These included the Navy Sailing Club, Ojo. [6] Others were Coco-cola, Nigeria Breweries, Mediterranean Shipping Company, Tin Can Island Container Terminal among others. [4]

Recurring Events

The Lagos Club hosts the annual Whispering Palms regatta. [7] However, the Club also hosts other activities by other organizations. An example was a sailing race organized by Bloomfield LP in commemoration of its successful 17-year existence in the legal landscape with support from Josien Holdings Limited which provided premium drinks to the guests. [8] [9] [10] The sailing adventure started at Magazine Point, Marina Lagos, on February 17, 2024. [11]

See also

References

  1. ↑ Lizzie Williams; Mark Shenley (2012). Sport. Nigeria: Bradt Travel Guides. p. 142. ISBN   9781841623979.
  2. ↑ "Historical Pictures: Lagos, "Now and Then"". I love Lagos. Retrieved December 18, 2015.
  3. ↑ The Lagos Yacht Club: Fifty Years of Sailing in Lagos, 1932-1982. The Club, 1982. 1982.
  4. 1 2 Manager (2022-01-24). "If You Can Sail In Nigeria, You Can Sail Anywhere In The World, Says Lagos Yatch Club Commodore". Transport Day Newspaper. Retrieved 2025-02-22.
  5. ↑ "LAGOS YACHT CLUB: 90 years of promoting yachting and boating in Africa - Clubsworld". 2022-11-11. Retrieved 2025-02-22.
  6. ↑ Editorial (2021-12-05). "Clubs Partner to Revive Sailing in Nigeria". dailyasset. Retrieved 2025-02-22.
  7. ↑ "Official Formula 1 Champagne G.H. MUMM hosts the Annual Lagos Yacht Club Regatta". Bella Naija. October 13, 2014. Retrieved December 18, 2015.
  8. ↑ Nigeria, Guardian (2024-02-24). "Bloomfield LP celebrates 17th anniversary with sailing race, showcases destination Lagos". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 2025-02-22.
  9. ↑ "Bloomfield LP Celebrates 17th Anniversary with Spectacular Sailing Race – THISDAYLIVE". www.thisdaylive.com. Retrieved 2025-02-22.
  10. ↑ Okeke-Korieocha, Ifeoma (2024-02-24). "Bloomfield LP boost tourism with sailing race, as firm marks 17th anniversary". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2025-02-22.
  11. ↑ Release, Press (2024-02-14). "Bloomfield LP announces 3rd sailing race, gears up for 17th anniversary celebrations". TheCable. Retrieved 2025-02-22.

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