Nigeria’s foremost energy solutions company, Aiteo Group, is
pleased to announce that it has signed a partnership agreement with the
Confederation of African Football (CAF) on the sponsorship of its annual award
event, the CAF Awards.
Dating back to the 1970s, the yearly awards event is
organised to honour footballers and individuals who have excelled in various
departments of the game. It brings together those who have made meaningful
contribution to the development of football on the African continent. This
partnership further deepens the participation of Aiteo in football.
Already, the company is the Official Optimum Partner of the
Nigerian Football Federation, and the sponsor of the country’s Federation Cup,
which has now been renamed, “The Aiteo Cup.”
Speaking on the commitment of Aiteo to the advancement of
football in Africa, its Executive Vice President, Mr. Benedict Peters said:
“This sponsorship shows that there is a clear momentum behind Aiteo’s
involvement in the game. Buoyed by the success of our corporate social
commitment in Nigeria that has resulted in our emergence as the first African
nation to qualify for the world cup, we are encouraged to advance our
investment in the game to a continental level. Our aim is to bolster the
profile of African players globally, and encourage budding talents to put in
their best.”
“CAF Awards shares our values in relation to creating
opportunities, healthy competition and recognition for hard work. We plan on
using this partnership to truly enrich the fan experience for millions of
Africans.” Benedict Peters added.
Reacting to the development, CAF President Ahmad Ahmad,
said: “We are very glad to welcome Aiteo on board this partnership. Aiteo is
distinguished for its commitment to excellence and this sponsorship is a
demonstration of its confidence in CAF’s renowned value proposition as a
veritable platform for brand extension across Africa. We look forward to a long
and fruitful partnership.
” The sponsorship agreement between the Aiteo Group and CAF
was signed in Lagos on 15, October 2017 at the corporate head office of Aiteo.
Apart from the CAF President, CAF Vice Presidents, Kwesi Nyantakyi and Omari
Selemani; CAF Emergency Committee members Amaju Pinnick and Souleman Waberi
were present at the signing ceremony. Aiteo was represented by the Group
Executive Director Legal, Andrew Onyearu; and the Snr. Vice President
Commercial & Gas, Victor Okoronkwo. About Aiteo: Aiteo is one of Africa's
fastest-growing energy leaders. The company is an integrated, global
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