Pillars, Delta Force, Warri Wolves, thirteen others for Gov Okowa Pre Season Tourney


The Gov Okowa Pre Season Tourney sees reigning Aiteo Cup champions Kano Pillars, Delta Force, Warri Wolves and thirteen others go head to head from 11th September at the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba.

Delta State Governor, His Excellency Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa is the sponsor of the competition.

It will be a star-studded line up with top class teams invited to take part in the tournament.

Also expected to take part in the competition are Abia Warriors, Heartland, Wikki Tourists, Lobi Stars, Cynosure, Nasarawa United, Rivers United, Remo Stars, Niger Tornadoes, Bendel Insurance, Plateau United, MFM FC and Kwara United.

Speaking to the Media Team of Gov Okowa Pre Season Tourney, General Coordinator of the competition, Badawiy Bashir noted that all is set for a hitch free event.

"I want to thank His Excellency Dr. Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa for his tremendous support in making the competition a reality. His philantrophic gesture is highly appreciated," Badawiy Bashir said.

"We've sent invitation letter to clubs, and we're doing everything to ensure we make the tournament glamorous. It will be the talk of the town as Asaba will come alive.

"The coverage and support from the media has been fantastic, we will like to appreciate everyone who has supported the Gov Okowa Pre Season Tourney as we look forward to an explosive competition.

"The tournament will be of high level and is basically to ignite the spirit of the game and to also help the teams test their players before the 2019/20 league season gets underway" he concluded.

Medals and cash prizes will be on offer for winners in the competition. There will also be cash prizes for MVP, top scorer and best goalkeeper.

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