Mr. Gorden Kumatey, an aspiring Assemblyman for the Hangaline-Ngbaripe-Alhassankura electoral area in the West Gonja municipality of the Savannah Region, showcased his commitment to local sports by generously donating two footballs to juvenile teams within his electoral area.
This benevolent act unfolded following an exhilarating friendly match between Damongo United SC from Hangaline and Biikunu Rising Stars FC from Alhassankura, organized by Kumatey Gorden on Sunday, November 5, 2023, at the Damongo AstroTurf pitch.
Beyond the provision of footballs, the aspiring Assembly member also ensured refreshments for the players and their managers. Addressing the players post-match, Mr. Gorden urged them to take their football careers seriously, underscoring the pivotal role of sports in fostering unity within the electoral area.
He reiterated his dedication to supporting both teams, contingent upon securing victory in the upcoming Assembly elections scheduled for December 19, 2023. Mr. Gorden took the opportunity to appeal to the community, urging them to join forces in campaigning for him to ensure his success and continuation of his positive initiatives.
Personally sponsoring the event, the Assemblyman hopeful pledged ongoing support if elected as the representative to the West Gonja Municipal Assembly. The game concluded with a 3:4 score favoring Biikunu Rising Stars in a penalty shootout. Several notable figures, including Mr. Ismael Adam, a youth activist in Damongo, and Kanyiti Kantamah Saburu, honored the invitation from the hopeful Assemblyman, gracing the occasion with their presence.