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Noma Memorial Under 17 Football Tournament Ends in Bauchi
The Noma Memorial Under 17 Football Tournament, sponsored by Justice Hamidu Kunaza, has come to a close in Bauchi, with the Bauchi Under 17 team emerging as champions. They secured their victory by defeating 3SC of Bauchi Under 17 team with a lone goal in the final match, held at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi.
The winners took home a giant trophy and cash rewards, while the runners-up and third-place teams also received cash prizes. The Chairman of the Bauchi State Football Association, Mr. Pascal Patrick, praised Justice Hamidu Kunaza for his contributions to grassroots football development and encouraged others to follow his example.
Justice Hamidu Kunaza noted that the tournament, which will become an annual event, was organized in memory of his grandfather. The competition aimed to provide young players with a platform to showcase their talents. Kunaza also commended Mr. Pascal Patrick for his efforts in transforming football in Bauchi State. The tournament discovered talented young players, who will soon participate in scouting programs. A total of 42 youth football clubs from Bauchi metropolis took part in the competition.
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Niger Delta Games Organisers Mourn Senator Ewhrudjakpo, Condole Bayelsa Govt
Organisers of the Niger Delta Games, Dunamis-Icon, have commiserated with the government and people of Bayelsa State on the demise of the Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.
In a condolence message signed by the Managing Consultant, Sir Itiako Ikpokpo KSM, and physically delivered by its Project Director, Mr Fred Edoreh, through the State Commissioner for Sports, Hon Daniel Igali, at the Yenogoa Sports complex on Wednesday, December 17, Ikpokpo stated that the demise of the Deputy Governor is not only a loss to his immediate family and the government of Bayelsa State, but to the Niger Delta and nationwide sports.
“We are well aware of his contributions to nation building, not only as a former Senator and Deputy Governor, but also as a notable figure in the development and promotion of sports in the Niger Delta region and at the national level,” Ikpokpo stated.
“His passage is therefore a huge loss, not only to the government and people of Bayelsa State, but also to the sports family, nationwide.
“As Project Consultants of the Niger Delta Games, the management and staff of Dunamis-Icon Limited share in your grief and wish to convey our heartfelt condolences to you and all Bayelsans.
“We pray that God grant you the fortitude to bear this great loss.”
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