Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State on Friday in Benin City inaugurated the state’s hockey association board, headed by Dr Walter Imoedemhe, alongside 30 other sports associations. The brief but colourful inauguration ceremony, which took place at the Government House, also had the state’s Deputy, Governor Philip Shaibu; Edo State Sports Commission boss, Yusuf Ali and Permanent Secretary, ESSC, Sabina Chikere in attendance. While charging the board members to give their best, Obaseki said the associations would constitute the bedrock of sports development in the state. “I have no doubt in my mind, given your integrity, interest, selflessness and purposeful service will help us facilitate the growth of sports development in Edo State,” Obaseki said. The Governor added that he would hold a Gala Night in December, where all the associations would present their “report card.”

Source: Punch April 29, 2023 14:15 UTC