By Ebere Ugonna
In line with the Anambra state government’s efforts towards discovering and harnessing young sports talents in the state, the Commissioner for Women And Children Affairs, Lady Ndidi Mezue has flagged off the second edition of Maureen Mmadu football kiddies camp in Onitsha.
The week-long event which is ongoing at Anglican Girls Grammar School Onitsha aims at discovering young sports talents at the grassroots, and it is for girls between the age of ten to eighteen.
The event will offer automatic American University scholarships to three exceptionally talented girls at the end.
Addressing the gathering, Lady Mezue advised the participants to be focused and utilize the opportunity given to them by Maureen Mmadu Kiddies Football Foundation, to achieve their dreams in football and make their families and society proud.
Lady Mezue thanked the organizer of the event for the selfless service she has rendered for years and called affluent individuals to support the initiative.
On his part, the former Technical Director of the Nigeria Football Federation, Coach Bitrus Bewarang expressed hope that through the camp, talents that will make waves both locally and internationally will be nurtured.
Speaking, the organizer of the event, Lady Mmadu revealed her passion for young talent development and explained that the foundation will continue to give hope to young people who want to star in football, especially the girls among them.
The Special Adviser to Governor Obiano on Special Duties, Lady Ify Obinabo was among dignitaries present at the event.
