Emmanuel OchayiEcobank, one of the pan-African banks, has been declared an Official Sponsor of the TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023 by the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
The tournament, set to begin on 13 January 2024 in Côte d’Ivoire, is hailed as the largest football event across the African continent.
Join our WhatsApp ChannelJeremy Awori, Chief Executive Officer of Ecobank Group, expressed his enthusiasm regarding this partnership.
In his statement, Awori emphasized, “The TotalEnergies CAF AFCON tournament highlights the immense sense of pride that Africans across our continent and around the world feel during the matches. As the pan-African bank, we are proud to associate Ecobank with the Confederation of African Football to contribute to the success of TotalEnergies Africa Cup of Nations Côte d’Ivoire 2023, the largest and most-enjoyed football tournament, inspiring passion across Africa.”
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He further added, “Football transcends borders. It brings communities together, fully aligning with Ecobank’s commitment to drive regional integration. It is an honour for Ecobank to play a key role in bringing millions of Africans together to live their passion for football, making sure that loyal customers benefit from this experience.”
The partnership between Ecobank and the Confederation of African Football underlines Ecobank’s deep-rooted connection to the pan-African spirit.
It solidifies its commitment to its pan-African heritage and reinforces its bond with hundreds of millions of Africans who will be celebrating the magic of football at AFCON 2023.
Moreover, Ecobank’s presence in 16 out of the 35 African countries, which aligns with 24 participating nations in Côte d’Ivoire, showcases its extensive reach and resonance within the tournament.
This sponsorship not only reflects Ecobank’s dedication to supporting football in Africa but also signifies its endeavor to unite diverse communities across the continent through the love of the game.
Emmanuel Ochayi is a journalist. He is a graduate of the University of Lagos, School of first choice and the nations pride. Emmanuel is keen on exploring writing angles in different areas, including Business, climate change, politics, Education, and others.
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