The final match of sports tournament sponsored by Ogbuefi Melie Onyejepu Foundation has ended with Goodluck Football Club taking the trophy as the winner of the match.
The match, christened Obi United Football tournament accommodating both indigene and non-indigene players aimed at grooming and bringing out the talents of the youths in order to meaningfully engage them in life.
The match, which took place at the Obi Nnonoo, Akaboedoji, Uruagu Nnewi, had Great Star Football Club, take second position, while Promise Land Football Club, took third position.
Addressing the gathering after the tournament, the Chairman of Ogbuefi Melie Onyejepu Foundation, Mr. Arinze Nwosu said that they embarked on sponsoring the tournament in order to assist government engage youths in meaningful ventures that will be beneficial to them and the society.
Mr. Nwosu commended the State Governor, Chief Willie Obiano for investing in the lives of the youths, which Ogbuefi Melie Onyejepu emulated by investing in the life of many, especially the vulnerable, down trodden, indigent, people living with disabilities and many others.
A member of the club, Mr. Timothy Okafor applauded Ogbuefi Onyejepu for his vision in taking the youths off the street, noting that the club is waxing strong due to his concern and support from the State sports Commission, which has donated football and other equipment to them.
In their separate speeches, Prince Chike Obieloka and Nnamdi Okafoagu said the tournament has reawaken their spirit in sports and promised to keep the flag flying.
While appreciating the sponsor, the Captain of Goodluck FC, Oziomachukwu Okafor said that Obi United Football Tournament will help them continue to work together to achieve the aim and vision of the club.
Correspondent Amaka Chibuzor Okoye reports that presentation of trophy, cash prize and other items climaxed the tournament.
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