The Governor of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki, has commended organisers of the annual 10km Okpekpe International Race for its new status as an International Association of Athletics Federation (IAAF) Silver Label event. The governor said the elevation acknowledges the standard and relevance of the race in promoting sports development.
In a statement, the governor said his administration will continue to support the organisers in strengthening the event to ensure that it records even more deserving global acclaim.
“The elevation of the race to a Silver Label event is cheering for us all, as it will open the state to more opportunities to leverage its new status for sports tourism and youth development. This will lead to further drive socio-economic development of the state,” he said.
He added that the recognition by the renowned athletics body is testimony to how well the organisers of the event have professionally managed promoting the event, with sufficient support from the state government.
Obaseki Hails Okpekpe Race Organisers On Silver Label Status
