The Bayelsa State Draught Association, working alongside the King Odogu Draught Centre, has officially launched preparations for the eighth annual King Odogu Draught Tournament. The competition is scheduled to take place in the state capital of Yenagoa, drawing strategic board game players from across the region to test their competitive skills.
Organisers announced that the championship division event will be hosted at the King Odogu Draught Centre located in Yenizuepie. According to a joint statement released by the tournament committee chairman, Dike Azuka Richard, and committee member King Odogu, the contest aims to highlight elite tactical abilities among local competitors and residents.
Financial incentives have been arranged to reward top-performing participants at the conclusion of the matches. The overall winner of the tournament is set to receive a grand prize of ₦150,000. Meanwhile, the runner-up will take home ₦100,000, and the third-place finisher will be awarded ₦50,000.
Additional cash awards include ₦20,000 for the fourth-place participant, alongside consolation prizes of ₦10,000 designated for other qualifying players. The competitive gathering is designed to promote the board game within the state and encourage community engagement through structured recreational sports.
A distinguished lineup of traditional leaders, former public officials, and regional dignitaries is expected to attend the tournament. The Paramount Ruler of Obunaghan Kingdom, HRH Peremobowei Yesibo, will serve as chairman of the event, with former Bayelsa State Acting Governor Wernispreye Seibarugu and former Deputy Governor Peremobowei Ebebi featured as special guests of honour.
Source reporting: Leadership — 2026-10-30 11:02:03
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