PDP Chairman Lauds RSG On Sports Dev

The Chairman of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Rivers State chapter, Ambassador Desmond Akawor, has lauded the state Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike, over his developmental strides in sports development in the state and beyond.
He stated that the Governor’s support for sports has become legendary which earned him the Power of Sports (POS) in Africa.
Ambassador Akawor, who was the special guest of honour for the opening match of Governor Wike second edition of preseason soccer tournament, said this, while briefing newsmen after the opening match between Rivers United FC and Lobi Stars FC, last Friday at the Sharks football stadium, Port Harcourt.
“Look at the Rivers state Real Madrid football academy, it will tell you what the state Governor is doing in sports development” Ambassador Akawor said.
He commended the Local Organising Committee (LOC) of the tournament for a job well done.
Also speaking, the state Commissioner for sports, Hon Boma Iyaye said that the pre-season competition is basically to prepare teams ahead of upcoming season, adding that, is not a must win for any of the teams.
He expressed happiness, over the level of organisation of the tournament, saying that, the two teams played good football.
The number one sports man in the state disclosed that, the pride of the state, are ready for this 2020-2021 football season of the Nigeria Professional Football League, (NPFL) and continental campaigns. He added that, United will continue to build on its strength.

Kiadum Edookor