Phil Okose, Onitsha
A football tournament organised for six zones of Catholic Men Organization (CMO), within Onitsha Archdiocese, Anambra State, sponsored by Hon. member representing Onitsha North/South Federal Constituency, Engr. Emeka Idu, has ended with Christ the King Parish (CKP) Zone lifting the trophy.
The tournament, played at Modebe Secondary School, Odoakpu, Onitsha, was conceived as more than a sporting contest; it was designed as a platform to foster fellowship among CMO members ahead of the body’s convention slated for October, while also promoting healthy living and camaraderie among the men of the six participating zones.
CKP Zone emerged overall champions after defeating Fegge Zone 2-1 in a hard-fought final, while St Mary Zone claimed third position.
Speaking on the initiative, the sponsor, Hon. Idu, said the competition offered the men an avenue to socialise, exercise, and build cordial relationships that strengthen unity within the CMO family.
The medals and trophy were presented to the winning teams by the Hon. member representing Onitsha South II State Constituency (Odoakpu), Hon. Barr. Jude Umennajiego, who commended the organisers and participants for their sportsmanship.
Also speaking at the event, the Onitsha CMO Regional President, Hillary Edemba, expressed delight at the tournament, noting that it successfully brought together men from the different zones in a spirit of togetherness.
The Director General of the Idu Campaign Organisation, Onitsha South, Okechukwu Onuoha, thanked Hon. Idu for committing his resources to sponsor the competition, adding that it also gave the men an opportunity to showcase talents they had honed in their younger years.
In his remarks, Ejoo Ibuzor, DG of the Idu Emeka Campaign Organisation, disclosed that Hon. Idu’s tradition of organising such competitions dates back to his days as a State Lawmaker, describing it as one of the ways he has consistently built cordial relationships with the people.
Also present was Alamah Gilbert, an aide to Hon. Idu, who described the tournament as a welcome development, noting that it brings the constituency together, harnesses the talents of the men, and fosters love among them.
The event was organised under the leadership of John Nebedum, Chairman of the Organising Committee, whose efforts were commended for the smooth running of the tournament from start to finish.
A highlight of the occasion was the presentation of prizes of #200,000 to the first position, #150,000 to the runner up, #100 to 3rd position and consolation prizes of #50,000 to each participating zone.
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