The MTN Champs Season 3, featuring 2,056 athletes, begins today in Benin. The event, organized by Making of Champions in partnership with MTN, focuses on discovering and nurturing young athletic talents. Key figures, including CEO Bambo Akani, emphasize the importance of such championships for local and international representation. The Edo Sports Commission Chairman, Amadin Enabulele, confirms government support for the event.
Approximately 2,056 athletes are participating in the MTN Champs Season 3, a prominent track and field event commencing today in Benin. Bambo Akani, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Making of Champions (MOC), made this announcement during a news conference preceding the three-day competition. The MOC, partnering with MTN for this event, highlighted the significance of these championships in nurturing and discovering athletic talent.
Akani shared that during the inaugural season of MTN Champs, which also took place in Benin, many talented individuals were identified and are now benefiting from full athletic scholarships in the United States. He expressed optimism that these emerging stars would contribute to Nigeria’s representation on both domestic and international platforms.
Additionally, Osaze Ebueku, Senior Manager of Sponsorship and Go-To-Market (GTM) at MTN, emphasized the company’s commitment to refining young athletes. He compared these athletes to rough diamonds in need of polishing to become world champions, and he expressed enthusiasm about scouting for exceptional talent in Benin again.
Amadin Enabulele, the Chairman of the Edo Sports Commission, reiterated the administration’s commitment to grassroots sports development. He mentioned that Governor Monday Okpebholo has authorized the use of Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium and allocated additional resources to ensure a successful and impactful event in Edo State.
In summary, the commencement of the MTN Champs Season 3 in Benin marks a significant event for athletic talent discovery and development. With over 2,000 athletes participating, the initiative aims to nurture future champions who can represent Nigeria on various platforms. The collaboration between MOC and MTN, along with government support, underscores the importance of grassroots sports development in cultivating young talent in Nigeria.
Original Source: dailytrust.com
