By Silvernews
The Imo State Government has reaffirmed Mr. Kelechi Anosike as the substantive Chairman of the Imo State Basketball Association, dismissing speculations over a purported change in the leadership of the body.
In a statement issued by the Honourable Commissioner for Sports Development, Hon. Obinna Onyeocha, and addressed to the Nigeria Basketball Federation (NBBF), the government clarified that Anosike remains the recognised chairman, while Hon. Prince Francis Uzor continues to serve as Vice Chairman of the association until further notice.
The commissioner explained that the Ministry of Sports Development was compelled to issue the clarification following alleged statements and counter-statements from some quarters within and outside the state concerning the authentic leadership of basketball in Imo.
He stressed that the clarification became necessary to prevent any misunderstanding or misrepresentation of the state government’s official position on the matter.
Onyeocha stated that the tenure of Anosike and his executive has not been dissolved or terminated by the Imo State Government, the Ministry of Sports Development, or any authority acting on the instruction of Governor Hope Uzodimma.
He urged stakeholders to disregard any contrary directive capable of causing confusion in the administration of basketball in the state.
The commissioner further advised members of the basketball family and the general public to liaise directly with the Office of the Honourable Commissioner for Sports Development for issues relating to official activities and paraphernalia of the association.
The statement, which was copied to the National Sports Commission and other relevant stakeholders, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to maintaining stability and proper administrative structure in sports development across the state.
