Umeifekwem Shows Class As Eke Oyibo Market Zooms Into State Finals In Draught
The ongoing Anambra State Traders Sports Competition continues to generate excitement as Eke-Oyibo Market representatives showcase impressive performances, securing a spot to represent Awka Zone at the state level.
The competition, which aims to enhance social life among traders and foster talent from within the markets, held its latest event at the City Sports Club, Amawbia on Friday.
In the Draught, Valentine Uzoagu of Eke Oyibo Market scaled over Ogbonna Christian from Arthur Eze Market, winning a brace.
In the second round game, Uzoagu also whitewashed Chidi Ikegwuonu and launched himself to the state finals with two straight runs.
The Ncho event of the competition was equally intense as Emeka Okoye, also representing Eke Oyibo Market, defeated Udeze Charles of Arthur Eze Market in a clean 2-0 victory.
Anele Albert of Odera Market Awka, secured a decisive 2-0 win against Emeka Obidike from the same market in a pulsating Tennis match laden with skill and endurance.
The veteran Uchenna Umeifekwem of Odera Market also delivered a flawless performance, defeating Emeka Obiora 6-0/6-0 in a one-sided game.
The Anambra State Traders Sports Competition being organised by the Anambra State Sports Development Commission and Anambra State Amalgamated Market is part of an effort to enrich social activities among traders.
At the Rojenny Stadium Centre of Idemili Zone, Chigozie Nwafor of new tyres Nkpor walked into the Zonal finals without holding a bat.
Nwafor walked over his rival from Mercedes Spare Parts Market and Sokoto Road
The gale of walkovers also launched Nnobi Market to the next round of Ncho event after a walkover against Nkpor Agu market.
