Edo Government on Thursday said it was exited that corporate bodies had began to identify with the State to promote and develop sports.
Sabina Chikere, Permanent Secretary, Edo Sports Commission, who stated this in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Benin, said that Edo Queens had secured a new shirt sponsorship worth N35 million.
She said the sponsorship deal would see Peculiar Ultimate Consult, an engineering firm, kit Edo Queens who are currently playing in the elite league of the Nigeria female football league.
She explained that the deal would also see the state’s women football team play their matches with the logo of the firm printed on their kits.
“I am indeed exited that we are getting recognition for our efforts at developing sports, not just football.
“It is also very heartwarming to see a reputable firm such as Peculiar Ultimate Consult identifying with us. It is a big morale booster for Edo Queens and indeed the state.
“‘While we appreciate the sponsorship deal, we are, however, not unaware that it is a call for us to work harder, perhaps go continental,” Chikere said.(NAN)
