By Chibuzor Ogode

Asaba, Delta State – In commemoration of the second anniversary of Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s administration, the Ibori Golf and Country Club, Asaba, hosted an inter-club golf tournament on Saturday, May 31, 2025, featuring players from the prestigious Ikoyi Club 1938.

The ceremonial tee-off was performed by Captain Patrick Ukah, Director-General of the Delta State Capital Territory Development Agency, who lauded the Governor’s commitment to sports and infrastructure development under the MORE Agenda — Meaningful Development, Opportunities for All, Realistic Reforms, and Enhanced Peace and Security programs of the State Government.

Ukah stated that the event not only celebrated two years of purposeful governance but also underscored the administration’s strategic investment in sports as a driver of youth engagement, tourism, and community services.

“The Governor has excelled in sports development in all ramifications. From grassroots competitions to major infrastructural projects like the ongoing renovation and modernization of the Warri Stadium, his impact has been both bold and transformative,” Ukah said.
He also highlighted the potential of Delta State as an emerging golf tourism destination, with the Asaba Golf Tourism Centre playing a pivotal role in that vision.

Echoing this sentiment, Kingsley Emu, Secretary to the State Government, described golf as a sport that fosters unity and networking among the elite, thereby reinforcing social bonds in governance and community building.

The tournament concluded with the symbolic presentation of the traditional Akwa Ocha cloth to the visiting members of the Ikoyi Club 1938, celebrating cultural exchange and hospitality.

While competitive, the event retained a celebratory atmosphere, with winners emerging across various categories, including men’s and ladies’ handicaps, veterans, and gross score champions. Several special awards, such as “Longest Drive” and “Nearest to Pin,” The scores was in favor of Ibori Golf and country club which had the highest scores of 15:1 also added excitement to the day. The full results reflected a well-contested and joyful outing.

The event was widely hailed as a successful blend of sport, culture, and appreciation for visionary leadership, as participants and guests expressed enthusiasm about the state’s future as a hub for leisure and development.