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Gov Peter Mba Female Football Tournament Set to Debut in Enugu
The inaugural edition of the Governor Peter Mba Girls Football Tournament is scheduled to take place in Enugu in May 2025.
Announcing this from her base in Atlanta, Georgia, Judith Chime, founder of the Judith Chime Foundation and organizer of the tournament, stated that the invitational event aims to support Governor Peter Mba’s efforts in empowering the girl child.
Judith Chime, a former Super Falcons goalkeeper, emphasized that the tournament will provide grassroots female footballers with a platform to showcase their talents and gain recognition. “I was inspired to organize this tournament due to the positive response from the Judith Chime Cup held in December. We realized that grassroots teams lack adequate tournaments, which hampers their development,” Chime explained.
She added that her foundation is committed to organizing at least two female football tournaments annually to enhance grassroots exposure and help young talents secure scholarships in American colleges for further empowerment.
Chime also called on corporate organizations and individuals to collaborate with the government in promoting women’s football across the country.
Judith Chime was a member of Nigeria’s 1999 Super Falcons team that reached the quarter-finals of the FIFA Women’s World Cup in the United States.
Sports
NVBF President, Engr Nimrod Urges Families to Embrace Healthy Living at HOBA Novelty Sports
Joel Ajayi
President of the Nigeria Volleyball Federation (NVBF), Engineer Musa Nimrod, has called on Nigerian families to adopt healthy living habits through regular participation in sporting and fitness activities.
Nimrod made the call on Sunday during the third edition of the Hoba Development Association, Abuja Chapter, novelty sports event held at the Indoor Sports Hall of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja.
He noted that physical activities such as sports are vital to fostering family bonds, community interaction, and overall well-being.
“The rate of health-related incidents such as slumping is increasing, but regular exercise helps improve the health of both parents and children,” he said. “Events like this bring families together, allowing parents and children to interact and know each other better.”
Also speaking, the stand-in Chairman of the Hoba Community, Barrister Nathan Naandeti, highlighted the significance of the annual novelty games, describing them as a unifying platform for members of the community.
“It’s something we do every year to promote unity, togetherness, and fitness among our people. Sports is part of who we are,” he stated.
Men, women, and children from the Hoba community participated in various sporting activities, including volleyball, badminton, football, and aerobics—all aimed at encouraging relaxation, fitness, and bonding among families.
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