The Edo State Mixed Martial Arts Association has congratulated Governor Monday Okpebholo on the second anniversary of his administration, commending his leadership and alleged commitment to youth and sports development in the state.
In a congratulatory message signed by its Chairman, Douglas Ogbankwa, Esq., the association extended its goodwill to the governor on behalf of its board members, officials, coaches, athletes and the wider mixed martial arts community in Edo State.
The association described the governor’s two years in office as a period of purposeful leadership, citing infrastructural development, efforts to improve security and renewed attention to sports as areas of progress under his administration.
It particularly commended the state government for creating what it described as an enabling environment for sports development, noting that Edo State had become the first state in Nigeria to constitute a board for a state Mixed Martial Arts Association.
The association also expressed appreciation for the attention given to combat sports, saying the support had encouraged athletes to prepare for national and international competitions.
It further praised the leadership of the Edo State Sports Commission Chairman, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, over preparations for the forthcoming National Sports Festival scheduled to hold in Enugu in November and December.
According to the association, the preparations have raised expectations of a strong medal performance by Edo athletes at the competition.
As Governor Okpebholo marks his second year in office, the association prayed for continued wisdom, good health and strength for him to lead the state.
The congratulatory message was signed by Douglas Ogbankwa, Esq., Chairman of the Edo State Mixed Martial Arts Association.
Written by Enitan Mudashiru
