Shina Peller(middle) and family members
The presence of the Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi and the Alaafin of Oyo, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III at the grand finale of the just concluded Peller Unity Cup 2017 was more than a tonic and befitting endorsement for the tournament the organizers said is meant to improve the development of football at the grassroots in Oke Ogun in particular and Oyo state in general.
As proof, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwusi and Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III took the kick-off at the final match in company of other Royal Fathers such as Aseyin of Iseyin- Oba (Dr.) Abdulganiyu Salau, Ona Onibode of Igboho- Oba AbdulRasheed Jaiyeola and dignitaries from the Oyo State Ministry of Youth and Sports as well as representatives from the Oyo State Football Association.
Winner, Iseyin United football club
The tournament which was part of the events lined up to celebrate the 20th year memorial of the late ‘Professor’ Peller according to his son Shina Peller, was designed to empower youths and promote unity in the Oke-Ogun district of Oyo State in partnership with Oyo State Ministry of Youths and Sports and Oyo state Football Association.
“As much as this tournament is in the memory of my late father, ‘Professor’ Moshood Abiola Peller, it is noteworthy to know that it was also created to improve the development of grass root football not just in Oke-Ogun but also Oyo state in general. The tournament is nothing political.” Chief Shina Peller added.
Kwam I performing at the closing ceremony
Ooni of Ife, Oba Adeyeye Ogunwunsi, Alaafin, Oba Lamidi Adeyemi III, Olori and Shina Peller
With the attendance of the likes of Davido, and Sound Sultan at the opening ceremony of the tournament in July, attendees trooped out en mass to watch the performances of King of Fuji music, Kwam 1, 9ice, Small Doctor, CDQ, Eniola Badmus, Taye Currency, Skiibi, Terry Apala, Baseone, Juniorboy Que Peller, who were present at the Grand Finale amongst several other thrilling performances.
The matches were nothing short of high intensity as the third place match was decided on penalties in which Saki West Rovers defeated Irepo United. The final match was however won by Iseyin United who defeated Iseyin City to lift the trophy. After intense rounds of matches, all roads led to the NYSC permanent Orientation camp, Iseyin, Oyo State for the third place match between Irepo United and Saki West Rovers; and the derby final match between Iseyin City and Iseyin United.
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Aseyin of Iseyi, (Dr.) Abdulganiyu Salau and his Olori
Chief Shina Peller, Chairman, Aquila Group of Companies and the chief sponsor of the Peller Unity Cup in his closing remarks thanked all dignitaries who came, other corporate sponsor, media partners, and promised to continue to support development in Oke-Ogun.
Airboy performing at the event
