… For talents hunt

From George Onyejiuwa, Owerri

The COPDEM Football Club has been launched in Owerri, the Imo state capital, the club is  designed for talents  discovery ,nurturing and  the global export of Nigerian excellence.

Speaking at the official inauguration of the club on Friday , the national Chief Executive Officer , Amb. Lilliane Sleek Ukoha Said , “We are building excellence in readiness to export the best of Nigeria to the world. Whether a player is in the North, West, or East, they will be governed by the same standards of discipline, professional integrity, and excellence. The Club is a National Institution designed to standardize talent discovery and facilitate the global export of Nigerian excellence.”

She also disclosed that the Imo state chapter marks the third strategic roll out of the national institution, following successful launches in Kano and Ekiti States.

In her capacity as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Football Club, Amb. Ukoha introduced a high-powered State Management Team tasked with executing the club’s mandate in the Eastern region: the officials includes

Comr. NobleIyk Edoziem as Team Manager, Chika Opara – Team Senior Coach and Lady Chioma Ugbaja – Team Secretary & Welfare Director

She charged the new appointees, to be  dedicated ,stressed  that the Imo Chapter is designated as the “CEO’s Home Team,” which is  expected to set the benchmark for the remaining 33 states and the FCT.

Amb Ukoha who expressed confidence  in the Imo state  project, assured the club’s board of Trustees , that Imo state will serve as a “Rubicon of Excellence,” blending athletic prowess with the professional standards required for international scouting and exploits.”

COPDEM FC is a national sports organization dedicated to youth empowerment, talent management, and the professionalization of grassroots football in Nigeria. The club focuses on creating a structured pathway for local athletes to reach global markets through discipline and hard work.