RSG Lauds Keves Football Competition

Rivers State Government has described the maiden edition of Keves football competition a huge success, as it has discovered hidden talents.
The Permanent Secretary ministry of sports, in the state, Pastor James Enebeli, said the tournament has also exposed some players that can play in Nigeria Professional Football League       (NPFL) and beyond.
Pastor Enebeli, made the assertion at the closing ceremony of the competition, at the weekend at Sharks Football Club field, Port Harcourt.
The Permanent Secretary, who was represented by the Director of sports development in the ministry, Prudence Harry, said government is open to partnership in terms of sports development and promotion.
“ We are happy that we have a governor that love sports very well.  He has supported sports in all level of the industry.
As state government we are ready to partner with any meaningful individual or corporate organization in promoting sports in all ramifications”, Pastor Enebeli said.
The Permanent secretary urged other multinational, companies to change their perspective, saying that development of sports is a collective responsibility.
Consequently, we encourage others to emulate Keves Global Resource adding that they will not go unrewarded.
“I commend Rivers State Football Association (RSFA) for organising a successful tournament, particularly the sponsor, Ikenna Okafor.
”We all are aware  football is a vehicle to stardom. The talents discovered from this competition will be useful to their families, state and beyond” he stated.
He equally commended all the teams that participated over their peaceful conduct during the competition.
At the end of the final game Neilladan FC emerged winners of the first edition of Keves football competition, as they defeated Rocks FC, 7-5, on penalty, after they played 3-3 regulation time.

Kiadum Edookor