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The finals of the first ever Skate Soccer Competition targeted at physically challenged persons in Nigeria and Ghana will take place at the Independence Stadium in Accra, Ghana on Sunday, March 19.
The competition which is being sponsored by Binatone Group as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility had earlier taken place at Labadi Beach in Accra on January 15 this year with physically challenged persons in Ghana taking part in the competition.
Among the teams that have participated in the competition are Ashanti Warriors and Accra Giants but the high point will be the Ghana versus Nigeria march which promises to evoke the age long soccer rivalry between the two West African countries.
The tournament, according to the company is aimed at bringing together physically challenged persons who usually beg for alms on locally made skate boards in Accra and Nigeria to a well-organized and rewarding soccer competition.
Binatone Group Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Sunil Lalvani said the skate soccer competition is an innovation which is the first ever of its kind anywhere in the world. He explained that the first part of the project is to enhance activities among physically challenged members of the society, stressing that “we intend to popularize the project by making it seen and more appreciated by the citizens, sponsors, companies and tourists”
“The second and most important part of the project is to attempt to raise some funds through sponsorships in terms of branding for their upkeep and also probably set up provision shops for each of those who want it and provide capital for those who also want to trade,” he explained.
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