The inter-community football gala, which began on September 19, is being held at the Northern Business Senior High School park in Tamale and will run until October 3. The event features 16 clubs divided into four groups. The participating teams are vying for top honors in the competition, which is part of this year's Savannah Fest, one of MTN Ghana's key regional platforms for engaging with communities.
The clubs have been divided into Group A, comprising Kakpagyili Football Club (FC), Tolon FC, Sabongida FC, and Sanzirugu FC. Group B consists of Poyola Fong FC, Sakasaka FC, Kanvili FC, and Dungu FC. Meanwhile, Group C includes Aboabo FC, Bayanwaya FC, Nyohini FC, and Shishagu FC, while Group D comprises Gumani FC, Zogbeli FC, Dagbandabba Fong FC, and Lamashegu FC.
The inter-community football gala is part of MTN Ghana's efforts to promote peaceful coexistence and provide opportunities for young footballers to showcase their talents. According to Mr. Richard Asamane, Area Sales Manager, North, MTN Ghana, the event seeks to bring communities together and reward customers as part of the company's 30th anniversary celebrations.
Mr. Asamane urged the participating clubs and their supporters to remain peaceful and decorous throughout the competition to ensure that the gala achieves its objective of uniting communities. He emphasized that MTN Ghana considers communities and customers as the bedrock of its business and is committed to engaging with them through various initiatives.
The Savannah Fest is one of MTN Ghana's key regional platforms for connecting with communities, celebrating local culture, rewarding customers, and strengthening relationships with traditional leaders, businesses, youth groups, and stakeholders. The event provides a unique opportunity for MTN Ghana to engage with its customers and promote its brand.
As part of its 30th anniversary celebrations, MTN Ghana has been rewarding its customers through various initiatives, including giving away nine Toyota Land Cruiser Prados, cash prizes, and other lifestyle and digital rewards. The company is committed to giving back to its customers and communities.
The inter-community football gala is expected to promote unity and talent development among young people in Tamale, Sagnarigu, and Tolon Assemblies. The event will culminate on October 3, with the final match determining the winner of the competition.
Key points
- The inter-community football gala features 16 clubs from Tamale, Sagnarigu, and Tolon Assemblies.
- The event is part of MTN Ghana's Savannah Fest, which aims to promote local culture and reward customers.
- The competition will run until October 3, with the final match determining the winner.
