Chief Press Secretary to the Benue State Governor, Samuel Ortom, Mr. Terver Akase says the Samuel Ortom led administration will continue to support active and retired sports men and women of the state through different empowerment schemes.
Akase stated this at Aper Aku Stadium while addressing members of All Stars, Makurdi, a club of retired footballers in the state.
Mr Akase who was recently elected President/Chairman of All Stars, reaffirmed the commitment of Gov. Ortom to develop sports in order to give talented young Benue men and women the chance to realize their dreams.
The Governor’s spokesman also rekindled the hope of retired footballers, many of whom played for Benue clubs such as BCC Lions of Gboko and Lobi Stars of Makurdi, and are now members of All Stars. He assured them that their selfless services to the state would not be forgotten.
Mr. Akase who was accompanied to the occasion by his wife Mrs. Jessica Akase, stated that the club under his leadership will seek the support of good spirited individuals and corporate bodies to float a scheme which will benefit ex-footballers in the state.
Akase who thanked members of the club for choosing him to lead, solicited for their support and promised to diligently pursue its objectives.
Pioneer Chairman of the club, Mr. Peter Tebe said his dream of having government to recognize the club has come to pass, promising to support Mr. Akase and the entire new leadership to succeed.
Mr Akase presented 30 pairs of jerseys to the club.
