Soludo Kicks Off Solution Community Shield Football Championship… 

Governor Chukwuma Soludo has kicked off the Solution Community Shield Football Championship.

The Governor performed the ceremony at the Awka Township Stadium, accompanied by his Deputy, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim.

The championship kick off ceremony, drew a large crowd of fans from the twenty-one local government areas of the state.

The large crowd of spectators were entertained with music, dancing and displays with local artists showcasing their talents to the delight of the crowd.

One hundred and seventy-nine teams will battle it out for the coveted title.

Speaking shortly before the kick-off, the Governor expressed optimism that the healthy competition will get the youths busy and help to foster inter-community unity and progress.

He recalled that his administration already flagged-off the sports economy in the state, noting that football is part of efforts to guarantee a healthy nation.

The National President, Anambra State Association of Town Unions, ASATU, Barrister Titus Akpudo said that the community football championship promises to be an exciting tournament , assuring that fans and supporters can expect to witness some thrilling encounters that would showcase some talented young footballers from various communities in action.

The Transition Committee Chairmen of Anambra East Council Area, Dr. Anselm Onuorah, Nnewi South, Mr. Ikenna Anagboso and Idemili South, Mrs Amaka Obi, applauded the initiative which they said will entrench peace and progress in Anambra Communities.

The event was attended by the Secretary to the State Government, Professor Solo Chukwulobelu, Deputy Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly, Right Honourable Chukwuma Okoye, Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Community Affairs, Mr. Tony-Collins Nawbunwanne, Chairman Anambra State Sports Development Commission, Mr Patrick Onyedum and representatives of Nigeria Football Federation, among others.

It featured official kick-off by the Governor, march past by participating Local Government areas as well as a first match between Awka and Ogidi communities.