Rivers State governor, Nyesom Wike has assured that the state government will support the Port Harcourt Golden Jubilee Polo Tournament as it would positively impact the state’s economy.
Speaking to the leadership of the Port Harcourt Polo Club on Tuesday, the governor stated that the polo tournament which will attract polo players from Argentina, South Africa and Dubai, will place Rivers State on the international business map.
Wike said: “We will support this International Polo Tournament because it will afford us the opportunity to highlight the potential of the state to the international community.
“This tournament will also project Rivers State in positive light, with international sports and business personalities seeing, first-hand, the peace and security that drive the growth of the state”.
He added that his administration will partner with polo administrators to enhance the game.
Governor Wike urged the management of the Polo Club to shield themselves from politics.
Earlier, the President of the Port Harcourt Polo Club, Mr Ibiwari Pepple, said that the Golden Jubilee Tournament would be held between January 8 and January 14, 2017
He said that the tournament will enjoy wide coverage on Super sports, AIT and Channels Television because of its importance on the sporting calendar.
Mr Pepple said that well known players from the Argentina, South Africa and Dubai will attract business concerns to the state.
While seeking the support of the Rivers State government for the successful hosting of the event, Mr Pepple informed the governor that during the tournament, participating horses and players will be dressed in ceremonial attires to promote Rivers State.
