Itu Claims 2026 Akwa Ibom Sports Festival Crown; Uruan, Etinan Secure Top-Three Spots
Itu Local Government Area has successfully retained its Akwa Ibom State Sports Festival crown after finishing atop the final medal standings at the 2026 edition.
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Itu Local Government Area has successfully retained its Akwa Ibom State Sports Festival crown after finishing atop the final medal standings at the 2026 edition.
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Itu Claims 2026 Akwa Ibom Sports Festival Crown; Uruan, Etinan Secure Top-Three Spots
Itu Local Government Area has successfully retained its Akwa Ibom State Sports Festival crown after finishing atop the final medal standings at the 2026 edition.
