Akwa Ibom Chess Association hails Governor Umo Eno's sports revolution
...Seeks support for major tournaments By Maxwell Kumoye The Chairman of the Akwa Ibom State Chess Association, Rt. Honourable Dr. Esio Oquong Udo, has applauded Governor Umo Eno for what he described as a remarkable transformation of sports in the state, attributing the progress to the creation of a stand-alone Ministry of Sports. Speaking during a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Sports on Wednesday, the chess administrator said the governor's decision had sparked a new era of sports development across Akwa Ibom, creating fresh opportunities for athletes and sports associations. Dr. Oquong also commended the Commissioner for Sports, Elder Paul Bassey, praising his wealth of experience and leadership. "I also thank His Excellency for appointing a man who has made his name internationally, making me very honoured to sit beside him today," he said. The chess boss explained that the delegation's visit was aimed at strengthening the development of chess in the st...