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In Continuation of his grassroots sports development, Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong of Cross River South Senatorial District on Saturday flagged off the 2023 Eze Igbo Youths Football Competition in Cross River State at Holy Trinity Church Field Calabar.
Declaring the Competition open, Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong represented by Charles Ekanem kicked off the tournament in a match involving Bedwell United FC vs Highway FC.
Senator Ekpenyong congratulated all eight teams stressing that sports especially football is a major unifier of all interest and tribes. While appreciating the relentless effort of the organizers, Senator Ekpenyong said he will continue to support the Igbo Community.
The Igbo Youth Community President, Engr Obinna Nzeadigo
thanked Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong for sponsoring the Football Fiesta, stating that the next tournament will be expanded and rejigged to groom young talents that will represent the Country in the future.
Highlights of the Ceremony were the presentation of the trophies and medals to be won by High Chief Francis Odoemena, President of Ohaneze Ndi Igbo, Cross River State.
Hon Bill Francis Bill Spokesperson to Governor Prince Otu and Snr Chief Advocate To Distinguished sen Asuquo Ekpenyong