One of the biggest sports promoters in the country, Zenith Bank PLC, is set to stage two competitions later this month at the elite social club, Ikoyi Club 1938.
A total of 175 young swimmers from 14 secondary schools are set for battle as the Zenith Bank Secondary School Swimming competition takes place at the swimming pool section of the prestigious club.
Kunle Adeniji who is the Chairman of the swimming section of the club, told news men yesterday that all was set for the event which will take place on May 21.
He also commended the sponsors for the deliberate efforts being made to identify and develop talented swimmers in the country.
“We are ready to train the young ones and also give them a good template to grow in swimming.
“Our sponsor Zenith Bank over the years has been wonderful and we expect the kids to enjoy themselves come Saturday, May 21,” said Adeniji.
On May 21, the Zenith Bank Swimming competition takes centre stage at the Ikoyi Club while on May 23rd, the outfit will also stage a tennis tournament at the elite club.
Group Managing Director of Zenith Bank, Ebenezer Onyeagwu, said the financial institution will continue to bring out hidden talents for the country.
“We want the young ones to get the proper training to move up the ladder.
“Zenith Bank is committed to sports development and that is why we focus on youth programmes so that we can raise future champions for Nigeria,” he said.“Other events are still coming up later this year after the swimming and tennis at Ikoyi Club. We are committed to raise future champions for Nigeria and to also make some stars at the senior level represent the country well at continental and global events.”
