It was a remarkable moment as members of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Ebonyi State Chapter, led by their Chairman, Comrade Ndubuisi Nwogha, met with renowned athlete, Mr. Chika Okoro, to discuss strategies for advancing cricket development in the state.
The meeting, which took place in Afikpo, provided a platform for both parties to exchange ideas on how to promote grassroots participation in cricket and encourage young talents to take interest in the sport.
Comrade Nwogha commended Mr. Okoro for his outstanding contributions to sports, particularly cricket, in Ebonyi State and Nigeria at large.
He expressed SWAN’s readiness to partner with stakeholders and professionals like Mr. Okoro to strengthen the visibility and growth of the game across schools and local communities.
In his response, Mr. Okoro appreciated the association for their commitment to sports development and pledged his continued support towards nurturing young athletes.
He emphasized the need for proper training facilities, mentorship programmes, and regular competitions to sustain interest and performance in the sport.
The meeting ended with a mutual agreement to collaborate on future initiatives aimed at discovering and empowering young cricket talents in Ebonyi State.
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