The immediate past Vice President, Nigerian Cricket Federation, Mr Uyi Akpata has been commended by the Executive Governor of Edo State, Mr. Godwin Obaseki for his commitment to sports development, particularly in Cricket. This commendation was made when Mr. Akpata visited the governor in government House earlier in the week. Mr. Akpata was in company of the National Female Cricket team and the team was hosted by the Governor.
The Governor was full of praise for Mr Uyi Akpata who is also expected to build a world class Cricket pitch at the University of Benin.