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Eredo LCDA Kicks Off 2024 Chairman’s Cup with Match Draws, Seminar

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Dec 17, 2024.

Ekohotblog reports that the he Eredo Local Council Development Area (LCDA) officially launched the 2024 Chairman’s Cup on Monday, December 16, 2024, with a press conference, seminar, and match draws held at the Marriage Registry Hall of the Council Secretariat.

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The event emphasized the LCDA’s commitment to promoting youth empowerment, sportsmanship, and community unity through football.

In attendance were notable figures, including Hon. Sikiru Ladega, Chief of Staff; Hon. Adelaja Adekunle, Supervisor for Agriculture and Chairman of the Committee; Hon. Azeez Ilesanmi, Special Adviser on Youth and Agriculture; Mr. Owodina Yakubu, Head of Agric Department; Mr. Adekoya F.O., Chairman of the Epe Divisional Football Association (EDFA); and Mr. Arasomwan Noja G., representing the Referees’ Society.

Addressing participants on behalf of the Executive Chairman of Eredo LCDA, Hon. Monsuru Akinloye, Hon. Adelaja Adekunle said, “This competition is not just about football; it is about unity, discipline, and nurturing the immense talents in our community. It is an opportunity to inspire dreams and build champions who will make Eredo LCDA proud.”

Mr. Adekoya F.O. outlined the competition rules, stressing the importance of discipline and adherence to guidelines. “The success of this competition depends on your commitment to fair play and respect for the rules. We expect every team to conduct themselves with the highest level of sportsmanship,” he said.

A notable update during the seminar was the reduction of fines for yellow and red cards to ₦500 and ₦1,000, respectively. This adjustment aims to ensure fairness and accessibility for all teams.

The match draws for the 16 participating teams were announced as follows:

Igbonla vs. Odogbawojo

Imokun vs. Odoragunshin

Odoayan vs. Ibonwon

Igboye vs. Odoshiwola

Iraye vs. Odogbonle

Eredo vs. Poka

Ilara vs. Odomola

Odoegiri vs. Aladeshoyin

Speaking on the LCDA’s support for the tournament, Hon. Adelaja revealed, “The Chairman has fully sponsored the registration fees and forms for all teams. This gesture ensures that no financial barriers will stop anyone from participating in this exciting tournament.”

The competition will kick off on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, with a grand prize of ₦1 million for the winner and ₦500,000 for the runner-up. Matches will be hosted at AUD Primary School, Odo-Egiri, and St. Patrick Secondary School, Eredo.

Hon. Adelaja concluded by encouraging all teams to remain punctual and disciplined throughout the tournament. He emphasized, “We have zero tolerance for acts of hooliganism or unruly behavior. This competition is about building a positive legacy for Eredo LCDA, and we expect all participants to uphold that vision.”