Edo Government on Wednesday unveiled the logo for the maiden edition of a football tournament in honor of the wife of the Governor, Betsy Obaseki.

The logo, which was unveiled at the government house, had the wife of the governor and other top government officials in attendance.

The tournament which is billed to kick off on Sept. 26, would feature 12 clubs from across the country.

According to the tournament’s spokesman, Musa Ebomhiana, the tournament aimed at encouraging the growth of women’s football in Nigeria, as well as prepare the various clubs for the take-off of the new league season.

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“In line with the pet project of the Edo state First Lady, the tournament is also aimed at pulling out adult females from the streets, especially those who show a talent for football,” he said.

NAN reports that the tournament will climax on Oct. 3.