The Unity Cup tournament, organised by the Kingsley Obiukwu Foundation, came to an exciting conclusion with Ukpor town emerging as the 2024 champion. The inaugural football tournament united the 10 communities of Nnewi South, Anambra State. The participating communities included Ukpor, Unubi, Ezinifite, Amichi, Osumenyi, Akwa-Ihedi, Ebenator, Utuh, Azigbo, and Ekwulumili.
Ultimately, Ukpor emerged as the champions, eliciting jubilant celebrations from spectators. The first prize of N700.000 was awarded to the winner, Ukpor Town.
Unubi Town received N500,000 for finishing as runners-up, and Ezinifite Town received N300,000 for securing third place. The remaining seven towns each received N70,000 as a token of appreciation for their participation in the tournament. Addressing the press at the event, the chief host, Kingsley Obiukwu commended the champions for their tenacity and their show of sportsmanship throughout the tourney.
He also emphasised that every participating community is victorious for maintaining camaraderie throughout the tournament. Kingsley further noted that the tournament aims to create a platform to celebrate talent and build unity in the community. He stated: “We celebrate our Champions Ukpor for their show of tenacity and sportsmanship.
Everybody who was involved in this tournament is victorious, for maintaining the peace enjoyed throughout the tournament. “The Kingsley Obiukwu Foundation Unity Cup 2024 was more than just a football tournament it was .