Chief Executive Officer of Monimichelle Sports Facilities Limited, Ebi Ezekiel Egbe, has dedicated the City People Magazine Award to the Governor of Bayelsa State, Senator Douye Diri, for the transformative development he has brought to the state. Egbe, a CAF/FIFA certified groundsman and licensed agent, is recognized as Nigeria's leading stadium facility expert, with his Monimichelle imprint on at least 15 stadiums nationwide. The most recent project is the ongoing massive reconstruction of the Yakubu Gowon Stadium in Port Harcourt.
Award Ceremony and Dedication
Speaking after receiving his award from the guest of honour, Senator Ganiyu Solomon, Egbe emphasized that the honour was not merely a personal achievement but a reflection of the collective progress in Bayelsa. He expressed deep honour and excitement about the recognition from City People, stating that the award symbolized the positive changes occurring in his home state.
"I am deeply honored and genuinely excited to receive this special recognition from City People. This award is not just a personal achievement, but a reflection of the collective progress we are witnessing in my dear state of origin Bayelsa," Egbe said.
He proudly dedicated the award to Governor Douye Diri, praising his deliberate and visionary commitment to connecting all parts of Bayelsa through durable and quality road networks. Egbe noted that these efforts are transforming lives, opening up creek communities, and driving real-time development in the state.
"This honor belongs to a leadership that is working, and to a people whose future is being actively secured by his Excellency Governor Douye Diri," observed the Monimichelle boss.
Political Aspirations
Egbe, who has entered the race for a seat in the Federal House of Representatives, is aspiring to represent the Southern Ijaw Federal constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general election. He stated that he is answering the call of his people to serve at the National Assembly.
"It is time for me to answer the call. To be able to make appreciable impact, one needs to be at the centre where decisions are taken. For those of us in Sports, we cannot stand aside and be complaining. We have to be involved to effect policies to change Nigerian sports and other sectors for good," Egbe explained.
Over the years, Egbe has remained actively involved in grassroots politics and the welfare of his people, earning respect and admiration across his constituency.
