The rhythm of roaring engines filled the Imo State Secretariat on Tuesday as the Heartlanders (Super Bikers) Club of Imo State rode in a sleek convoy to induct the Commissioner for Sports, Hon. Obinna Onyeocha, as their new Patron.
Led by Mr. Victor Ekewuba—fondly known as Coach Vic—and Chairman of the 2025 Bike Fes Planning Committee, Mr. Hero, the delegation said the appointment was both a recognition of Onyeocha’s growing influence in the state’s sports sector and an appreciation of his commitment to nurturing emerging sports cultures.
The club further briefed the commissioner on preparations for this year’s Bike Fes, a two-day spectacle scheduled for November 28–29 in Owerri. They sought the ministry’s partnership to elevate the festival, which has become one of the state’s boldest expressions of sports tourism and youth engagement.
Onyeocha, visibly delighted by the honour, commended the bikers for their discipline, creativity, and contribution to tourism growth. He assured them of the ministry’s support for the festival and promised a more structured collaboration that would position future biking events firmly on the state’s sports calendar.
Also present at the reception were the Permanent Secretary, Dr. (Mrs.) Dorathy Utazi, and the Director of Finance, Dr. Edith Osuji, both of whom joined the commissioner in receiving the delegation.
