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Ogoja celebrates World Table Tennis Day 2025 with refugees, host community

by Frank Ulom
3 May 2025
in Sports
WTTD PHOTO 2 Ogoja celebrates World Table Tennis Day 2025 with refugees, host community

OGOJA – The global celebration of World Table Tennis Day (WTTD) resonated deeply in the heart of Ogoja, Cross River State, as the town joined the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) family in a vibrant grassroots event that brought together communities, refugees, and dignitaries in a powerful show of unity and inclusion.

The event, held at the Adagom 3 playground, was spearheaded by Solange Ngonda Tibesa, a Cameroonian refugee and one of the 30 WTTD 2025 global promoters.

Her leadership and commitment turned a dream into a resounding reality with strong support from the ITTF Foundation, UNHCR, the Refugee Organisations Network (RON), Cross River State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), and the Community Sports and Educational Development (CSED) Initiative.

Solange, visibly emotional, described the success of the event as “a dream come true,” citing the dedication of all partners and the warm hospitality of the people of Ogoja as key to the event’s success.

Over 1,000 participants gathered for the celebration, which began with a pre-event advocacy rally and health talks. Traditional dancers from both the Ogoja host community and the Cameroonian refugee population added cultural vibrancy, while thrilling table tennis displays by male and female players captivated the audience. Particularly entertaining were the local women who played in traditional attire—buba and wrappers—earning cheers from the crowd.

WTTD PHOTO 3 Ogoja celebrates World Table Tennis Day 2025 with refugees, host community

The event drew several high-profile guests, including Mrs Annick Nahimana, head of the UNHCR Office in Ogoja, who applauded the initiative for its role in fostering social cohesion.

“Solange is an example of how creativity and passion can bring people together,” she said. “UNHCR will continue to support educational and social projects that promote peaceful coexistence between refugees and host communities.”

Other dignitaries in attendance included royal fathers and tribal leaders of Ogoja, the Divisional Police Officer, representatives from the Nigeria Immigration Service and the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI), as well as members of women’s groups, sports committees, and persons with disabilities.

Looking ahead, Solange reaffirmed her commitment to using sports as a tool for integration and empowerment.

“As a netball coach and advocate for refugee rights, I will continue to work with local groups and NGOs to sustain the momentum of table tennis and expand opportunities in other sports,” she said.

This year’s WTTD celebration in Ogoja not only highlighted the power of sport to unite diverse communities but also underscored the strength of collaboration in building bridges between displaced populations and their hosts.

Tags: Cross River NewsCSED NewsITTF News

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