Ndigbo Buru Otu, Eastern Brothers Draw 1-1 in Lagos Unity Football Match
Ndigbo Buru Otu Association of Nigeria and Eastern Brothers Club of Nigeria played out a 1-1 draw in a friendly unity football match at Abaranje, also known as Okerube. The event drew members of the Igbo community and supporters. Ndigbo Buru Otu took the lead in the 65th minute through their number 10. Eastern Brothers levelled late after a defensive header by Ndigbo Buru Otu's number 7 ended in his own net during a corner-kick scramble. Organisers said the match was created to promote friendship, unity and peaceful coexistence among Igbos and other ethnic groups in Lagos. The association announced plans for the Eze Okpoko Cup in August, with a ₦1 million prize for the winners, while next year's edition is expected to include more ethnic communities.
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