The Chairman of the Anambra State Sports Development Commission, Hon. Patrick Estate Onyedum, has been honored with an award from the Nigeria Volleyball Association.
Angel Network News (ANN) reports that the award, presented during the closing ceremony of a 10-day Volleyball Referees Course, celebrated Onyedum’s relentless efforts to promote and uplift volleyball as a key sport in Anambra State.
Onyedum’s leadership was acknowledged as a pivotal factor in advancing the sport’s growth in the region.
The award was accepted on his behalf by the Director of Sports, Emeka Obidimma, who reiterated the Commission’s ongoing commitment to the development of volleyball and other sports in the state.
In his acceptance, Onyedum dedicated the award to Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, lauding the Governor as the pillar of sports in the state.
Onyedum praised Governor Soludo’s unwavering support for sports, particularly his administration’s investments in grassroots development and infrastructure.
“This award belongs to Mr. Governor, whose vision for sports has empowered athletes, referees, and coaches to excel,” Onyedum stated.
ANN gathered that the course, which saw 30 referees receiving national grade three certificates, emphasized the importance of professional officiating in volleyball.
