Governor Baseey Otu of Cross River State has sponsored 20 players and five officials to the 6th National Deaf Football Championship, taking place in Jos, Plateau State.
Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Sports, Mr Lawrence Eta, said, "Governor Otu gave express directive that the state must participate in the 6th National Deaf Football Championship.
"Its a testament to the governments commitment to promoting sports development, especially for people with disabilities."