Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele has met with the Commissioner for Education, Edo State, Hon Paddy Iyamu and representatives of Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Ltd, who are billed to sponsor the competition.
The meeting was in a bid to fine-tune modalities for sponsorship of the rescheduled Governor’s Cup, which aims at providing a platform for young athletes in the State.
Speaking at the event, Commissioner for Education, Hon Paddy Iyamu said that students from various secondary schools in the state are eager to participate in the event. “We appreciate Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited for their interest in sponsoring this competition as part of their community social responsibility. We are grateful for your commitment to sports development,” he expressed.
On his part, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission Hon Desmond. Enabuleleemphasized the significance of organizing a memorable and high-quality Governor’s Cup, stating, “It is essential to ensure that this event helps maintain our position as a sports powerhouse in the country.”
He further said. “With the 2025 Governor’s Cup approaching, we are confident that many promising talents will be identified and nurtured to elevate sports in Edo. Senator Monday Okpebholo is deeply committed to sports development, and these untapped talents will play a significant role in our state’s future success. Our goal is to ensure that the Governor’s Cup proceeds smoothly without disrupting academic activities.”
Participation in the 2025 Governor’s Cup is open to public and selected private schools, featuring Under-16 students from JSS 1, JSS 2, SS1, and SS2. Schools’ Game Masters will oversee the initial rounds at the school level.
Among those in attendance were Permanent Secretary of the ESSC, Mrs. A.P. Efe Amenze, and representatives of Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Ltd.
