Ahead of the opening ceremony of Northern Uruan Ward One Unity Cup, sponsor of the tournament and Councillor representing Northern Uruan Ward One, Hon. Ifiokobong Asuquo has presented sports kits to the participating teams.

Making the presentation earlier today at the Mbiaya Town Hall, Uruan, Hon. Asuquo said the football tournament is aimed at promoting peace, harmony and development in Northern Uruan Ward One and Uruan LGA, through the round leather game.

He disclosed that the competition which draws participants from the six villages making up Northern Uruan Ward One, would culminate with presentation of prizes to the winning team, consolation prizes and medals to outstanding players.

Hon. Asuquo expressed optimism that the tournament aside cementing peace, will help in the discovery and grooming of talented football stars in the area.

He further revealed that the competition which is apolitical would be sustained even after his tenure and called for discipline among participants teams in the competition.

Present at the event were Ward Chairman, Sir Godwin Asuquo and youth presidents from the six villages.