The Director-General of the Prosperity Cup, Nigeria’s largest grassroots football tournament, Mr. Ono K. Akpe, has extended warm congratulations to Sir Itiako Ikpokpo (Malik) on his appointment as Chairman of the Delta State Athletics Association.
Sir Ikpokpo’s appointment follows his successful organisation of the Niger Delta Sports Festival in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State, where he demonstrated exceptional leadership, commitment, and dedication to sports development.
In a congratulatory message, Mr. Akpe praised Sir Ikpokpo’s passion for sports development, describing him as a goal-getter who would undoubtedly affirm Delta State’s dominance in athletics. “Your smooth organisation of the Niger Delta Sports Festival showcased your unending passion for sports development, and I am confident you will deliver on your new assignment as Chairman,” Mr. Akpe stated.
“Your unwavering dedication to the welfare of athletes, as exemplified during the Niger Delta Sports Festival, is a refreshing testament to your leadership and a shining example of the kind of commitment Nigeria needs to propel its sports development forward.”
The Prosperity Cup DG further urged delegates to consider Sir Ikpokpo’s experience and expertise when voting for the next President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN). “Your experience in athletics is precisely what our nation needs at this moment,”. Mr. Akpe emphasized.
In a personal note, Mr. Akpe added, “As a brother and friend, I am delighted to see your hard work and dedication to sports development recognized. Your appointment as Chairman of the Delta State Athletics Association is a testament to your capabilities, and I have no doubt you will excel in this new role.”
With his wealth of experience and proven track record, Sir Itiako Ikpokpo is poised to make a lasting impact in Delta State and beyond.
