Winners emerge, as Osun Deputy Gov lauds Olajengbesi over Governor’s cup in Ijesaland
Ibokun turn out to be the Ijesa North champions after a good contest to win the 2024 Governor’s Cup on dwelling soil.
Recall that over twenty-two groups from wards and cities throughout the Ijesa North Federal Constituency competed for the trophy proudly sponsored by Pelumi Olajengbesi.
The staff accomplished a cycle of powerful fixtures to assert the trophy within the ultimate after it defeated Esa-Oke two objectives in opposition to one within the semi-final.
Ijebu-Ijesa had additionally engaged in a 1-1 draw in opposition to Ipetu-Ijesa earlier than the previous defeated the latter in a penalty shootout.
The two groups, Ibokun FC and Ijebu-Ijesa FC, contested fiercely within the ultimate after twenty groups had fallen by the wayside within the match.
Adeyemo Opeyemi, who had carried out convincingly within the first half, netted the one purpose within the grand finale to present Ibokun FC a 1-0 victory in opposition to Ijebu-Ijesa in Ibokun on Tuesday, December 24.
Players and the technical staff, together with residents of Ibokun, stormed the stadium to rejoice the victory after the referee had blown the ultimate whistle, signaling the top of the match.
I’m so completely satisfied that Ibokun gained and we weren’t defeated in our dwelling. The gamers didn’t disappoint us. It was a fierce contest, however I’m glad that we gained. Tolulope, a spectator who doubles as a resident of Ibokun, informed reporters.
“It is very special to win in your hometown. This is the best Christmas and New Year gift. We will celebrate joyously”, one other Obokun resident recognized as Olu disclosed.
Elder Kola Adewusi, the Deputy Governor of Osun State, offered a cheque of two million naira (N2 million) to Ibokun FC because the winner of the Governor’s Cup. The Owaloko of Iloko-Ijesa, Oba Akeem Olusayo Ogungbangbe, offered a cheque of 1 million naira (N1 million) to Ijebu-Ijesa because the runner-up, whereas the Elegboro of Ijebu-Ijesa, Oba Moses Ilufemiloye Agunsoye, offered a cheque of N500,000 to Ipetu-Ijesa because the second runner-up.
The occasion was properly attended by Fuji maestros, Saheed Osupa and Taye Currency, the Owaloko of Iloko-Ijesa, Oba Akeem Ogungbangbe, the Elegboro of Ijebu-Ijesa, Oba Moses Olufemi Agunsoye, the Chairman of the Governing Council, Osun State College of Technology, Esa-Oke, Hon. Diran Odeyemi, the lawmaker representing Obokun State Constituency, Hon. Adewumi Adeyemi popularly referred to as Irekandu amongst others.
The favourite participant of the match was rewarded with two journeys to any African nation of his alternative, amongst different prizes.
Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Governor of Osun State, Elder Kola Adewusi, recommended Pelumi Olajengbesi for his assist for native sports activities and neighborhood growth.
While highlighting the numerous of the soccer competitors, he urged residents of Oriade/Obokun federal constituency to unite and assist the developmental initiatives spearheaded by Human Rights Lawyer Barrister Pelumi Olajemgbesi.
Adewusi who represented the governor emphasised that such collective efforts are essential for advancing democracy and fostering progress within the zone.
He reaffirmed the administration’s dedication to sports activities growth as a device for societal progress.
The Owaloko of Iloko-Ijesa, Oba Akeem Ogungbangbe whereas talking on behalf of Traditional rulers such because the Elegboro of Ijebu-Jesa Oba Olufemi Agunsoye praised Barrister Olajemgbesi for his ingenuity and dedication to youth empowerment.
He recommended the Human Rights lawyer’s quite a few initiatives geared toward uplifting the youth and fostering growth throughout the constituency.
In his Remarks, Barrister Olajengbesi expressed his imaginative and prescient to determine and nurture younger soccer skills by means of the competitors.
He revealed that recruitment businesses are set to scout distinctive gamers for alternatives overseas, enabling them to advance their soccer careers.
Post Views: 15
