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Winners Emerge as Maiden JOE Tennis Tournament Ends in Grand Style

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3 years ago

December 29, 2023

…Tourney to continually foster discovery of young talents

Joel Ajayi

The inaugural JOE Tennis Tournament reached a thrilling conclusion with worthy champions emerging in both junior and professional categories at the Calabar Sports Club on Monday evening.

Senator John Enoh, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, expressed his excitement and pride in witnessing the abundance of young talent showcased during the tournament.

He emphasized the tournament’s role as a nurturing ground for raw potential, affirming its commitment to fostering budding athletes.

“The tournament’s success in unearthing such incredible young talent is truly inspiring. We want to provide platforms like this to nurture and support these future stars.”

The grand finale marked the culmination of nine days filled with exhilarating tennis action in the heart of Cross River state’s capital. Among the highlights were the victories of remarkable players in various categories:

In the U16 category, Damilola Agunbiade demonstrated exceptional skill and emerged as the winner, with Covenant Con securing the first runner-up position.
Charles Olom Odok claimed victory in the pro cadre, showcasing prowess and determination, while Mfon Joseph Obot secured an impressive second place.
The Men’s singles category witnessed intense matches, with Effa Ojing emerging victorious by defeating Odey Igrinya to claim the top position. Alaga Joseph and David Alobi showcased their skill, securing spots as semi-finalists.

The Men’s Doubles event was no less electrifying, as Manyo Ogar and Ahmed Umar combined their power to strike gold. The duo of Effa Ojong and Agunbiade exhibited exceptional teamwork, securing the second spot in this fiercely contested event.

Senator Enoh added, “The commitment and skill displayed by these athletes throughout the tournament have been commendable. Their dedication to their sport is an inspiration to us all.”

The John Owan Enoh Foundation (JOE) extended its heartfelt congratulations to all the winners, runners-up, and participants who showcased exceptional talent and sportsmanship throughout the tournament.

The success of this maiden edition reinforces the foundation’s commitment to nurturing young talents and promoting sports excellence in our communities.

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Agada Shines with Brace as Orijent Beat Karlovac 2-0

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11 hours ago

October 24, 2026

The Gleamer

Nigerian forward Charles Adah Agada scored twice as HNK Orijent secured a 2-0 away victory over Karlovac 1919 in the Croatian SuperSport Prva NL on Saturday.

Orijent produced an impressive performance at the Branko Čavlović-Čavlek Stadium in Karlovac to claim all three points in the league encounter.

Agada, a former Mavlon FC of Lagos attacker, was the standout performer, finding the net twice to help the visitors overcome their hosts and strengthen their position in the league campaign.
Orijent went into the half-time break with a 1-0 advantage before extending their lead in the second half.

The Nigerian striker completed his brace with the goal that made it 2-0 in the 57th minute.
Karlovac were unable to find a response as Orijent held on to their advantage to secure victory away from home.

The result represents an important boost for Orijent, who will look to build on the performance in their subsequent league fixtures.

For Agada, the brace underlines his value to the team as Orijent continue their campaign in Croatia’s second-tier football competition.

He has built an important role on loan at the club and has successfully established himself as a regular fixture in their lineup, appearing in all 8 league matches so far this season.

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