CHESS: Agbogidi Tare-ebi wins again at Ritchie Etonye Open
Agbogidi Tare-ebi emerged champion of the second edition of the Ritchie Etonye Open Chess Championship, held in Sagbama Town, Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State.
Agbogidi successfully defended his title with a 2-0 victory over Dabrilagha Ayibatonye, who settled for second place, while Dabrilagha Timilami finished third.
In the Scrabble category, Kemenanebi Ogba clinched the top prize with a cumulative score of +235. Patrick Edoh came second with +122, while Boloebi Agbogidi secured third place with +50.
The draughts competition saw Wariebi Ayaware emerge winner, with Agbogan and Adagabiri finishing second and third respectively.
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The tournament was formally declared open with a ceremonial chess match between the event’s sponsor and convener, Dr. Ritchie Etonye, and Felix Igolukumo, which Etonye won.
“The true value of this championship cannot be measured only by the trophies. Its value lies in the knowledge acquired, the talents discovered, the friendships built and the character developed,” the convener said.
In his remarks, the Director of Sports, Bayelsa State Sports Council, Mr. Bibowei Lambert, commended Dr. Etonye for using chess to unite youths and promote intellectual sports in Sagbama LGA, describing chess as an investment.
