Governor Diri to Launch Prosperity Cup with Ceremonial Kickoff
Executive Arm Faces Legislators in Exciting Novelty Game
The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, has commended Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri for his remarkable investment in the development of sports within the state.
Alhaji Gusau expressed his appreciation during the presentation of the season seven branded jerseys for the Prosperity Cup to the NFF president by the tournament’s Director General, Mr. Ono Akpe. Gusau emphasized that Governor Diri’s leadership has brought a transformational shift to the state’s sporting landscape. He highlighted the Governor’s forward-thinking initiatives, including plans for a new stadium, as a testament to his dedication to turning Bayelsa into a hub of sporting excellence.
“The Governor’s vision for sports, especially the construction of a state-of-the-art stadium, will not only change the sporting narrative of Bayelsa, but will position the state as a center of sporting excellence,” said Gusau. He further emphasized the importance of the Governor’s efforts, noting that Bayelsa’s sporting future was looking brighter thanks to such initiatives.
In alignment with the Governor’s vision, Gusau announced a special five-day coaching training program for local trainers in Bayelsa, coordinated by NFF Technical Director Augustine Eguavoen. The training, aimed at improving the skills of coaches, will culminate in certificates for the participants, helping to further enhance the state’s football expertise.
The NFF president also made a generous contribution of 50 high-quality footballs to support the organizers of Nigeria’s largest grassroots football tournament, the Prosperity Cup. He reiterated the NFF’s commitment to collaborating with the organizers for the success of the tournament.
Meanwhile, former President Dr. Goodluck Jonathan, GCFR, is set to perform the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of the new 25,000-capacity stadium at Igbogene, Yenagoa, on Monday, February 17, 2025. This landmark event will form part of the 5th anniversary celebrations of the Prosperity Administration under Governor Diri.
Later in the day, at 4 p.m., Governor Diri will officially kick off the 2025 edition of the Prosperity Cup at the Samson Siasia Stadium, Nigeria’s premier grassroots football tournament.
The celebrations will also feature a thrilling novelty football match between the State Executive Council and the Bayelsa State lawmakers, scheduled for 3 p.m. today. This friendly match is a special event to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the current administration in Bayelsa State.
Bayelsa’s sports future is certainly looking promising under the leadership of Governor Douye Diri, with the combined efforts of the government and the NFF paving the way for success.
