Bende, Abia State – Yesterday, Saturday, November 23, 2024, the highly anticipated Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu “ECK” Unity Cup tournament kicked off at the Bende Township Stadium. The tournament, sponsored by Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu, President of the E.C.K Foundation, promised to be an exciting display of football talent and sportsmanship, and it certainly delivered.
The kickoff match featured defending champions, Bende Ovu, taking on newcomers, Okporoenyi, at 2 pm. The Bende Town Development Union Executives and members were special guests of honor at the event. The general public and fans attended the tournament and supported their respective teams.
The organizers urged spectators to conduct themselves in an orderly manner to ensure a peaceful and enjoyable experience for all. The ECK Unity Cup tournament is a testament to Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu’s commitment to promoting unity, sports development, and community engagement in Bende and its environs.
The tournament’s emphasis on promoting unity and community engagement is expected to have a positive impact on the social fabric of the Bende community. As the tournament progresses, the people of Bende and its environs are eagerly anticipating an exciting display of football talent and sportsmanship.
In a statement, Chief Dr. Emeka Charles Kalu expressed his excitement about the tournament’s kickoff. “I am thrilled to see the ECK Unity Cup tournament kick off to a thrilling start. This tournament is a testament to our commitment to promoting unity, sports development, and community engagement in Bende. I urge all participants and spectators to continue conducting themselves in an orderly manner and to enjoy the tournament.”
The ECK Unity Cup tournament is expected to run for several weeks, with the final match scheduled to take place on a later date. The tournament’s organizers have assured participants and spectators of a memorable experience, with exciting matches, entertainment, and community engagement activities lined up throughout the competition.
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, November 23, 2024
- Time: 2 pm
- Venue: Bende Township Stadium
- Kickoff Team: Defending Champion- Bende Ovu Vs New Comers- Okporoenyi
- Special Guest of Honor: Bende Town Development Union Executives and members
For more information, please contact:
Lawrence Oleka
Media/Publicity
Organizing Committee
Chief Njoku Usim
Chairman, Organizing Committee
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