The Executive Governor of Oyo State, Engineer Seyi Makinde, has expressed happiness over the performance of Shooting Stars Sports Club ((3SC) of Ibadan, in the just concluded NPFL 2023/24 season.
The sport loving governor, was physically present at the Lekan Salami Stadium last Sunday, to cheer the team to victory over Sporting Lagos in the final game of the season.
The governor, who watched as his darling team pipped the Lagos based team 1-0, , assured that all steps would be taken to ensure the team gets a continental slot next season.
“The team has made considerable progress in the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL), finishing in the fourth place compared to last season.
“As it is, there is room for the team to accomplish even more and we will go back to the drawing board to work towards our goal of qualifying for continental Championship next season”, stated the Oyo State helmsman.
The governor, who arrived the match venue before kick off, performed the ceremonial handshake with the two teams and the match officials and also presented the Shooting Stars’ Player of the Season Award to Adelowo Gbolagade, after the encounter.
It was all cheers for Governor Makinde while stepping out of the arena, as supporters and fans as well as sports lovers hailed him for his commitment to the Oluyole Warriors in the just concluded season.
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