Governor Alia Congratulates GSS Gboko Girls On National Basketball Championship Victory

Benue State Governor, Hyacinth Alia, has congratulated the female basketball team of Government Secondary School (GSS), Gboko, following their triumphant performance at the 26th Nestlé Milo Secondary Schools Basketball Championship.

The GSS Gboko girls, who represented Benue State at the national finals held in Lagos, emerged champions after an outstanding unbeaten run, winning all five of their matches to clinch the coveted gold trophy.

Governor Alia, who closely followed the team's progress throughout the tournament, expressed delight over the historic achievement, describing it as a testament to the resilience, discipline and exceptional talent of Benue youths.

To demonstrate the state's appreciation, the governor directed government officials to receive the victorious team in Abuja and ensure their welfare and safe return to Benue.

Commending the players and their coaching crew for bringing honour to the state, Governor Alia disclosed that his administration has put together a special reward package to celebrate their remarkable accomplishment.

He reaffirmed his administration's commitment to sports development, stressing that the government would continue to invest in sporting activities aimed at discovering, nurturing and showcasing the abundant talents of young people across the state.

The statement was contained in a press release signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr. Tersoo Kula.