Imo State Amalgamated Market and Traders Association ( ISAMATA) has organised football tournament for traders in the state to create sprit of teamwork and good relationship among traders.
Organisers of the tournament noted that the exercise tagged : “2021 Imo 3R ISAMATA Football Tournament” is scheduled to hold between 14th November to 12th of December at Dan Anyiam Stadium Owerri, adding that all the market teams in Imo will participate and display their talents.
The opening ceremony of the tournament last Sunday had in attendance sports lovers , heartland football Club, notable political stakeholders among others .
The competition which was peaceful and successful was declared open by Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodinma who was represented by Commissioner For Youths and Sports , Hon Dan Ogu.
Two markets Relief market and Eke Nguru market located in Owerri Municipal and Aboh Mbaise Local Government Area, played the opening match.
Delivering his speech after the exercise, Hon Dan Ogu noted that the tournament was aimed at bringing unity , love , teamwork and cooperation among Imo traders.
He appreciated the players for peaceful conduct, thanked governor Uzodinma for his support and encouragement as well as the Heartland Football club and other football teams that were in attendance.
In an interview, ISAMATA president, Hon Ezeanochie Emmanuelle commended the players for conducting themselves well which led to a peaceful and successful exercise, even as he extended his gratitude to Imo government led by Governor Hope Uzodinma.
He assured the players who did well of necessary support to actualize their God given talents.
Hon Ezeanochie urged the Youths to remain steadfast, promising that outstanding players will be monitored to enhance their talents.
The chairman Organising Committee, Hon Ifeanyi Igwe noted that the exercise will aid the discovery of hidden talents among traders.