From Joseph Uchenna, in Makurdi
The Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has dissolved the Board and Management of the state-owned Lobi Stars FC, Makurdi.
A a statement by Tersoo Kula, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, made available to the media on Thursday, said the dissolution is with immediate effect, maintaining that the decision is aimed at repositioning the club for greater efficiency, accountability,and better performance in both the Nigeria National League, NNL and other competitions.
The statement further directed that all members of the dissolved management to hand over all official documents, assets, and responsibilities to the Commissioner for Youth, Sports and Creativity Tiza Imojime with immediate effect.
The Governor expressed appreciation to the outgoing board and management for their services to the club and the state, and assured that a new management structure will soon be announced to drive the next phase of Lobi Stars’ growth and competitiveness.
Alia reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development as a vital tool for youth engagement, talent discovery, and social cohesion in Benue State.
Lobi Stars is expected to compete in the lower cadre of the Nigeria league which commence in November having been relegated last season from the Nigeria Professional Football League, NPFL.
