Ngabi Nsamba Clinches Victory in Airtel Bika Football Tournament.

Ngabi Nsamba triumphed over the Mpindi clan to claim this year’s Airtel Bika football tournament title in a thrilling final held at Muteesa II Memorial Stadium in Wankulukuku on Saturday. The Airtel-Bika tournament, a grassroots sports initiative, aims to unite the Buganda clans for cultural and socio-economic purposes. It has become a symbol of fostering unity and community spirit within the kingdom and the country.

In a tightly contested match, an early goal from Vianney Ssekajugo proved decisive, allowing Ngabi Nsamba to lift the coveted trophy. Speaking after the game, Ali Balunywa, Sales and Distribution Director at Airtel Uganda, expressed his delight and congratulated all the teams and players for their exceptional talent and resilience throughout the tournament.

“It is exciting to see such talent on display at this tournament. I congratulate the 2024 champions, Ngabi Nsamba Clan. The dedication, hard work, and resilience showcased by the Bika teams have been truly humbling. Through the Airtel Bika tournament, we are glad to witness the growth of sports like football and netball, which have a huge following among Ugandans. This, in turn, creates a valuable pool of talent for our national teams to scout for representatives at both national and international levels,” Balunywa noted.

“Airtel Uganda takes pride in such activities that not only promote togetherness among people but also serve as a source of entertainment within communities. These platforms also give the youth a reason to imagine, by providing opportunities to showcase their talents, which can later make them successful sports figures in the country.”

Buganda Katikkiro, Charles Peter Mayiga, also congratulated the winners and expressed his appreciation for all the participating clans for their support in boosting the kingdom’s activities, which have nurtured great talent.

“The Airtel-Bika tournament not only provides a platform for young people to showcase their talents but is a celebration of the different clans and the heritage of the Buganda Kingdom. It serves as a unifying factor in the kingdom and surrounding areas, and I am happy to see the tournament garner such strong support and a loyal following within the kingdom,” Mayiga said.

“The tournament also plays a key role in social and economic development. People come together to rally behind their teams, both on and off the pitch, and engage in the various entrepreneurial opportunities it presents. I thank Airtel Uganda for being a valued partner and for their continued support, which is instrumental in helping us organize these important events.”

With this year’s victory, Ngabi Nsamba has not only demonstrated their sporting prowess but also contributed to the spirit of unity and cultural pride that the Airtel Bika tournament champions.