Port Harcourt Golden Jubilee Polo Tournament ends
The Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, has directed the organisation of a Special International Golden Jubilee Polo Tournament to mark the State’s 50th anniversary in May.
Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Port Harcourt Golden Jubilee Polo Tournament at the Port Harcourt Polo Club at the weekend, the governor said the May tournament would further showcase the peaceful nature of the state for national and international sporting events.
The governor said that his administration would always promote sports as an avenue to empower youths and enhance business activities.
He said: “I direct the Port Harcourt Polo Club to liaise with the Golden Jubilee Committee to organise an international polo tournament that will form an integral part of the Golden Jubilee celebration. We want more people to come and feel the peaceful nature of the state and also benefit from the business opportunities that abound in the state.”
The governor commended the organisers of the tournament which attracted polo players from across the country. He said the tournament was entertaining as it drew more people to Polo.
President of Port Harcourt Polo Club, Mr. Ibiwari Pepple commended Governor Wike for supporting the growth of sports in the state and assured him of the support of the Port Harcourt Polo Club in all his efforts to uplift the state.
High point of the Polo Tournament was the presentation of trophies and awards to deserving teams and players.
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike flagging off the final day event at the Port Harcourt Polo Tournament on Saturday.
Polo players during the final day of the Port Harcourt Polo Tournament
L-R: Former President of Port Harcourt Polo Club, Mr Ibifiri A. C Bob – Manuel, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, President of Port Harcourt Polo Club Mr Ibiwari Pepple and Acting Managing Director of Rivers State Signage and Advertising Agency, Mr Chukwudi Dimkpa during the final day of the Port Harcourt Polo Tournament on Saturday.
