Gov udom seeks national sports festival for youth participation

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Title: Gov. Udom Seeks National Sports Festival for Youth Participation

Summary: Akwa Ibom State Governor, Udom Gabriel Emmanuel, has called for the establishment of a national sports festival that will encourage youth participation in sports. The governor made this call during the 2022 Akwa Ibom State Sports Festival, which took place in Uyo, the state capital.

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  1. The governor emphasized the importance of sports in the development of young people, stating that it helps to build character, discipline, and teamwork.
  2. He noted that the current state of sports in the country is not encouraging, with many young people lacking opportunities to participate in sports.
  3. The governor suggested that a national sports festival would provide a platform for young people from different states to come together and compete in various sports.
  4. He also emphasized the need for government and private sector investment in sports infrastructure and facilities to support the development of sports in the country.
  5. The governor expressed his commitment to supporting sports development in Akwa Ibom State, stating that his administration has invested heavily in sports infrastructure and facilities.

Quote: "We need to create a platform where our young people can come together and compete in sports. A national sports festival will provide that platform and encourage more young people to participate in sports."

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