Sports has been identified as key to sustaining peace and building cohesion by Governor Simon Lalong of Plateau State. He also stated that the novelty football match is part of activities to round up the 2018 Democracy day which kicked off on friday.
Photos: Gov Lalong describes Sports as key to peace at Novelty football match 2018 Democracy Day
The game, which was took place at the new ultra modern international stadium in Jos, saw Gov Simon Lalong leading the Executives as the Captain, while the Management Committee Chairman, Langtang North, Briand Dadi led the Algon team as Captain.
The kick-off was performed by Hon Peter Azi, Speaker, Plateau House of Assembly who later presented the trophy to the Executive team which emerged victorious in the game that ended 3-2 in their favour.
The novelty match which was entertaining saw Lalong scoring the final goal that handed the executives a second major victory following last years’ win over the Legislative arm.
