Ekiti table tennis chief calls for assistance for the sport

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Ekiti Table Tennis Chief Calls for Assistance for the Sport

The Chairman of Ekiti State Table Tennis Association, Mr. Oladapo Ojo, has appealed to the state government and well-meaning individuals to come to the aid of the sport in the state.

Speaking in an interview with our correspondent, Ojo lamented the lack of facilities and equipment for table tennis players in the state, saying that this has hindered the growth and development of the sport.

"We have a lot of talented table tennis players in Ekiti, but the lack of facilities and equipment is a major hindrance to their progress," Ojo said. "We need assistance to build more tables, provide better lighting and ventilation in our courts, and procure equipment such as bats, balls, and nets."

Ojo also appealed for sponsorship and funding to enable the association to participate in national and international competitions. "We have a team that has been performing well in local competitions, but we need financial support to take them to the next level," he said.

The chairman also expressed gratitude to the state government for its support to the sport, but said that more needed to be done. "We appreciate the efforts of the state government in promoting table tennis in Ekiti, but we need more assistance to take the sport to the next level," he said.

Ojo also called on corporate organizations and individuals to support the sport, saying that it has the potential to develop the youth and promote physical fitness.

"Table tennis is a sport that can be played by people of all ages and abilities, and it has the potential to develop the youth and promote physical fitness," he said. "We need the support of corporate organizations and individuals to promote the sport and develop the talents of our young players."

The Ekiti State Table Tennis Association has been working tirelessly to promote the sport in the state, and has organized several tournaments and competitions in recent years. However, the lack of facilities and equipment remains a major challenge for the association.

With the support of the state government and well-meaning individuals, the association hopes to overcome this challenge and take table tennis to the next level in Ekiti.