Kogi State is set to witness an exciting novelty match between the state legislators and executives this Sunday, January 26, 2025. The match, scheduled to kick off at 4 pm at the Lokoja Township Stadium, is being held in honor of Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman’s one-year anniversary in office.
According to Hon. Aridaojo Monday Anyebe, Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, the event is open to the general public, political appointees, APC party supporters, and sports enthusiasts. This promises to be an entertaining and light-hearted event, with the state’s top leaders showing off their football skills.
The novelty match is a credit to the Governor’s commitment to promoting sports development and youth engagement. As highlighted in the state’s achievements in youth and sports development, the government has consistently sponsored sports teams, including Kogi United and Confluence Queens, and hosted novelty matches, such as the one between the Ex-Super Eagles and state executives .
So, mark your calendars for this Sunday and get ready to cheer on your favorite team!
