.….As Officials Pay Homage To HRH, Innoson
By Pamela Eboh
Ahead of the forth coming Nigeria Beach Soccer League slated for May 15th, 2024 officials of the game on Monday paid a courtesy visit to the palace of HRM Igwe Kenneth Orizu of Nnewi and the chairman, Innoson Motors, Innocent Chukwuma
The delegation was led by NBSL Coordinator, Mahmud Hadija in the company of the Chairman, Anambra Beach Soccer Association, Professor Victor Madubuko, Secretary, Hon Emmanuel Nsoedo, and Media Director Awam Okwudili Emmanuel.
Receiving the delegation on behalf of his father, the Crown Prince, Dr. Obi Orizu expressed delight that the motorcycle city, Nnewi would be showcased positively through beach soccer.
He said, “We are thrilled to welcome the NBSL board to Nnewi, the land of gold. Your visit marks a new chapter for Nigeria Beach Soccer, and we are honored to offer our royal blessing.
“We are proud of our illustrious son, Professor Victor, and his efforts. You have our full support as the tournament kicks off on May 15th, 2024.’
Responding, the NBSL Cordinator, Hadija expressed his gratitude for the warm reception offered them and hailed the business town for hosting teams from across Nigeria.
Highlight of the visit was the presentation of a jersey and cap of the Anambra Beach Soccer Warriors to His Royal Highness by
the Chairman of Anambra Beach Soccer Association.
The delegation also toured the Nnewi Museum and paid a courtesy visit to Chief Innocent Chukwuma, CEO of Innoson Nigeria Limited.
In his speech, Chukwuma assured NBSL officials of his support for a successful tournament in Nnewi.”