Cross River sports commission launches grassroots group for Tinubu, Otu
The Cross River State Sports Commission has formed a new grassroots support group to back the re-election campaigns of Bola Tinubu and Bassey Otu. The “Sport Community Support Group” aims to mobilise support and secure widespread participation ahead of the next general elections. Lawrence Etta, Chairman of the Sports Commission, praised the group’s members and emphasised the unifying power of sport in Nigeria. The group’s leaders have pledged to promote government achievements and rally support at the grassroots level.
Key takeaways
- The Cross River State Sports Commission inaugurated the “Sport Community Support Group” to mobilise support for Bola Tinubu and Bassey Otu.
- Lawrence Etta highlighted the group’s role in grassroots mobilisation and called sport a unifying factor across Nigeria.
- Members are encouraged to promote the achievements of the federal and state governments in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda and People’s First Mantra.
- Hon. Obi Akan, Director General of the commission, thanked the state government and promised robust mobilisation efforts.
- The group includes key officials and all Vice Chairmen of Council as local government coordinators.
