SPORTS: HON.BARDE TALENTS DISCOVERY CUP KICKS OFF IN TAKUM AMID FANFARE.

By Jako Keke, [Jalingo Times], October 28, 2026.

The maiden edition of the Barde Talents Discovery Cup, an initiative of Rt. Hon. Abubakar Barde, APGA candidate for Takum/Donga/Ussa & Yangtu Federal Constituency, officially kicked off today in Takum Local Government Area of Taraba State in a colourful ceremony marked by enthusiasm and massive turnout. The initiative is targeted at discovering football talents across the Federal Constituency for onward projection to the national football limelight.

The opening ceremony was graced by top dignitaries of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) family and stakeholders of the beautiful game.

Performing the ceremonial kick-off was the Deputy Director General of the Danji SS Gubernatorial Campaign Council, Hon. Samaila Yakubu, popularly known as Young JP, who served as the Special Guest of Honour. He was joined by Hon. Katen Luka to officially declare the tournament open.

In his remarks, the DDG charged participating teams to exhibit discipline, dedication and true sportsmanship, noting that the tournament was designed to discover and nurture grassroots football talents across Taraba State. To spur competition, he announced a cash prize of ₦200,000 for the highest goal scorer of the tournament.

Also in attendance were the APGA Deputy State Chairman, Hon. A.D. Kitan Jenuwa; Director General of the Rt. Hon. Abubakar Barde Campaign, Prince Daiyabu Ukwe Ali; Engr. Abdullahi Umar; LGA party officials, officials of the Red Cross, and other invited guests.

The opening fixture between Ukwe Ali FC and Chanchanji United lived up to expectations as both sides displayed skill and tactical discipline, but failed to break the deadlock, ending in a 0-0 draw.

The Organizing Team expressed appreciation to all dignitaries, football enthusiasts and supporters who graced the occasion, while reaffirming its commitment to promoting youth development through sports.

The tournament continues in the coming days with more fixtures expected across the LGA.

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