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Calabar Ready to Host NUGA as Government Gives Full Support

Posted : 07 October 2025

Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State has assured that Calabar is fully prepared and safe to host the 2026 edition of the Nigerian Universities Games Association (NUGA).

 

He made the statement on Tuesday while leading a NUGA delegation and the management team of the University of Calabar on an inspection tour of the UJ Esuene Stadium facilities in Calabar.

 

The governor described Calabar as a youth-friendly, peaceful, and welcoming city with a serene and green environment, making it ideal for hosting national and international sporting events.

 

“The field we are standing on today has produced some of Nigeria’s greatest football icons, including Uwenm Ekarika, Etim Essien, and John Okon,” Otu said. “The first captain of the national football team was also a Calabar man who led the team to England for competitive matches.”

 

Expressing gratitude for NUGA’s return to Calabar after 35 years, Otu expressed confidence that the event would be a major success. He highlighted the capability of Dorncklaimz Enamhe, Executive Secretary of the NUGA 2026 Local Organising Committee (LOC), to deliver memorable games.

 

The governor also emphasized Calabar’s deep historical connection to sports, noting that it was the first city in Nigeria where football was played. “Enamhe is known for his dedication and commitment to any responsibility entrusted to him. I have no doubt he will deliver on this national assignment,” he added.

 

Otu reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports development, noting that over the past two years, the state government has significantly promoted sporting activities and restored their prominence in Cross River.

 

Enamhe highlighted Calabar’s world-class facilities, including the greenest stadium in Nigeria, the best basketball court, and an Olympic-size swimming pool. He also noted the city’s strong tradition in table tennis and its famous carnival, providing youth engagement opportunities.

 

“Calabar hosting NUGA after 35 years is a huge milestone for the state,” he said.

 

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