#RiverstAt50: Winners emerge at Wrestling Finals - Rivers Golden Jubilee Celebration

The Rivers at 50 Wrestling Finals took the centre stage at the Sharks Stadium in Port Harcourt on tuesday when traditional wrestlers from different local government areas competed for honours.

The finalists who were divided into four groups displayed their strength, discipline and understanding of traditional wrestling.

Amongst the dignitaries who watched the Rivers at 50 Wrestling Finals were Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike, his deputy, Dr Ipalibo Harry Banigo, Former Deputy Speaker of the House of Representives, Austin Opara, Former Minister of Sports, Dr Tammy Danagogo, Rivers State PDP Chairman, Bro Felix Obuah, Commissioners, State Legislators and thousands of traditional wrestling fans.

The award winning professional wrestling team from Bayelsa State also graced the event, displaying rich traditional wrestling dances.

At the end of the thrilling traditional wrestling fights, winners emerged.

They are; 

Group 1, Obio/Akpor - Azeru Oziri

Group 2: Abua/Odual -Akari Radiant

Group 3. Tai - Kingsley Nna and 

Group 4, Etche - Kingsley Ikechi.

Presenting the trophies to the winners, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike said every wrestler who participated at the wrestling finals is a winner.

He said traditional wrestling is a sport with potentials, pointing out that the State Ministry of Sports will be empowered to improve on it.

The Golden Jubilee Committee later presented certificates of participation to all participating wrestlers.

Simeon Nwakaudu,

Special Assistant to the Rivers State Governor,

Electronic Media.

9th May, 2017.