The Akwa Ibom State Soccer Affiliation (AKSFA) has praised Governor Pst. Umo Eno (PhD) for redeeming and even doubling the winners’ money prizes for the 2023 Akwa Ibom State Governor’s Cup event.
In a fun-filled night of leisure and rewards on Thursday, sixth February 2025, Governor Umo Eno formally introduced prizes to the highest three groups—Ikot Abasi, Uyo, and Urue Offong Native Authorities Areas—for his or her excellent performances within the event.
Ikot Abasi, the 2023 champions, who have been initially set to obtain 5 million naira, have been as an alternative rewarded with ten million naira. Runners-up Uyo got six million naira as an alternative of three million, whereas third-placed Urue Offong acquired 4 million naira, double the preliminary two million naira prize.
Akwa Ibom FA Chairman, Mr Samuel Umoh, counseled the governor for his unwavering assist for soccer and his generosity in growing the prize cash.
Talking after the occasion, Akwa Ibom FA Chairman Mr Samuel Umoh expressed gratitude to the governor, stating:
“This can be a nice second for soccer in Akwa Ibom. Governor Umo Eno (PhD) has not solely stored his promise to the winners however has gone above and past by doubling the money prizes. His dedication to sports growth is commendable, and we deeply recognize his continued assist.”
He additional highlighted the success of the 2023 event and expressed optimism for a fair larger occasion this yr:
“The 2023 Governor’s Cup introduced unity among the many 31 taking part Native Authorities Areas and helped uncover no fewer than 50 gifted gamers who at the moment are enjoying for prime golf equipment within the nation. With this stage of assist, we’ve got excessive hopes for a grand and vibrant 2025 version that may take soccer in Akwa Ibom to new heights.”
Ikot Abasi have been topped champions after a dramatic remaining in March 2024, the place they defeated Uyo Native Authorities Space 4-3 on penalties in entrance of a packed crowd on the Uyo Township Stadium.