Approximately 2,056 athletes will compete in MTN Champs Season 3 starting today in Benin. Bambo Akani of Making of Champions highlighted the event’s role in discovering talents, while Osaze Ebueku of MTN expressed commitment to developing young athletes. The Edo Sports Commission has ensured support for a successful event.
The MTN Champs Season 3, featuring approximately 2,056 athletes, is set to commence in Benin today. This track and field event was announced by Bambo Akani, Founder and CEO of Making of Champions (MOC), during a press conference prior to the three-day competition. MOC, the event’s partnering organization with MTN, emphasizes the importance of such championships in uncovering and fostering young athletic talent.
Akani remarked that the inaugural season of MTN Champs took place in Benin, successfully identifying raw talents, some of whom have since received full athletic scholarships in the United States. He expressed his confidence that many of these emerging athletes will bring pride to Nigeria on both local and international platforms. Additionally, Osaze Ebueku, Senior Manager of Sponsorship and Go-To-Market at MTN, reiterated the company’s commitment to nurturing young athletes, describing them as rough diamonds transformed into champions.
Ebueku conveyed enthusiasm for returning to Benin to discover more exceptional talents. Furthermore, Amadin Enabulele, Chairman of the Edo Sports Commission, reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to grassroots sports development. He mentioned that Governor Monday Okpebholo had sanctioned the usage of the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and provided necessary logistics to ensure the event’s success and impact in Edo State.
In summary, MTN Champs Season 3 is poised to showcase a significant number of athletes in Benin, highlighting the commitment of MTN and MOC to nurturing athletic talent. With the support of local government and the infrastructure in place, this event is expected to foster talent while allowing future stars to shine on broader stages. The dedication to grassroots sports development emphasizes the importance of such competitions in shaping the future of athletics in Nigeria.
Original Source: dailytrust.com
