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Rivers State Launches Annual Sports Tournament to Foster Youth Talent
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has announced the launch of an annual sports tournament aimed at nurturing youth talents and fulfilling their aspirations. Directed by the governor, Commissioner for Sports Christopher Green will develop the tournament’s framework and collaborate closely to initiate it, with plans to honor outstanding performers at a ceremony in December 2024.
During an event at the Government House in Port Harcourt, Governor Fubara commended various sports teams, including Rivers United Under 17 Youth League and Rivers Hoopers Basketball Club, for their achievements. He emphasized the importance of sports in uniting people and reducing crime, urging increased investment in youth engagement through sports programs.
Fubara highlighted his administration’s decision to prioritize sports development over other uses of state resources, aiming to foster peace and progress in Rivers State. He announced substantial cash prizes for individual and team winners across various sports disciplines, reflecting his commitment to rewarding excellence and promoting sporting success.
It has been reported that Bola Ahmed Tinubu was absent at the commissioning of the Opebi-Mende Link Bridge, which took place on April 8, 2026.
However, Senate President Godswill Akpabio represented the President and carried out the ceremony.
As he commissioned the project, he stated “On behalf of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, I commission these projects.”
Residents of Lagos should prepare for traffic disruptions as several roads will be closed due to the visit of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who is set to commission infrastructural projects.
The commissioning will take place on April 8 and 9, 2026.
Affected areas on Wednesday (April 8):
Opebi, Allen Avenue, Ikeja, Ojota, and Victoria Island.
Affected areas on Thursday (April 9):
Lekki-Epe Expressway, Ikoyi, Victoria Island, and Ajegunle.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and expect heavy traffic during these periods.
President Donald Trump makes headline as he threatens Iran on social media.
The president shared “Open the F***ing Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell — JUST WATCH!”
It can be noted that he even did a countdown on Saturday “48 hours before all Hell will rain down on them,” he warned Saturday. “Time is running out.”
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