The local organising committee (LOC) of the yearly Betsy Obaseki Women Football Tournament (BOWFT), has certified the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin, and the other venues chosen for the competition as in good condition for the kickoff of the competition.
Mrs. Besty Obaseki taking the kickoff before the BOWFT final match at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin
Apart from Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, other venues for the competition are the University of Benin Sports Complex, Western Boys Mini Stadium, University of Benin Teaching Hospital and Edo State School of Health Technology Mini Stadium. He said that as part of the build up to the tournament, the match venues would be inspected today, while the event would commence on October 23 with 13 participating teams.
“The tournament, which has been accredited by football governing body, FIFA, will serve as an avenue to groom the girl-child and give them support to thrive in their endeavours. The Obaseki-led administration has made commendable efforts in grooming the girl-child with the strategic implementation of policy reforms in education, job creation and the sports sectors.
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