Fubara Flags-off 2024 NPA Port Harcourt International Polo Tournament
Blessing Ibunge in Port Harcourt
Rivers State Governor, Mr Siminalayi Fubara, has flagged-off the 2024 NPA Port Harcourt International Polo Tournament.
Speaking shortly after flagging off the tournament at the Port Harcourt Polo Club, Governor Fubara said Rivers State remains gateway to Nigeria’s economy.
Fubara noted that the specific support given by his administration to sporting activities is helping investors to reap greater gains in the state that happens to be the undisputed gateway to the vast Nigerian economy.
Speaking on the theme of the tournament; “Bonding Beyond challenges”, the governor said such events is being facilitated and advanced by the prevailing economic opportunities made available by his administration.
He charged the players to play safe, while he anticipated the best team to win.
Fubara further assured that his administration will continue to give holistic attention to the development of all facets of sports in the state in order to empower the youths.
“This is my first time of coming to witness an event here. I know that Polo is a game for matured minds. Part of my plans to developing sports in this State is to support every facets of the sports unit.
“There is one major thing about this event. It’s an event that brings people all over the world. It showcases the safety of the state and also an opportunity for people to come in and invest in the state. For now, the state is a gateway to the big Nigerian economy.”
On arrival, the governor was received by the President of Port Harcourt Polo Club, Mr. Ebie Diriyai at the 2024 NPA Port Harcourt International Polo Tournament.
