Tening Town Interward Football League kicks off

Tening, October 19 (MExN): The fifth edition of the Tening Town Interward Football League 2026 kicked off at the Local Ground, Tening Town, on October 17 under the theme “Say No to Drugs”.A total of 18 teams representing nine wards are participating in the tournament across the men’s and women’s categories. The league aims to bring together young football enthusiasts while promoting sportsmanship, unity and a healthy lifestyle.Sizin Rentta, Extra Assistant Commissioner (EAC), Jalukie, graced the inaugural programme as the special guest. Addressing the gathering, he urged youths to uphold discipline and punctuality, describing them as two essential qualities for success in sports.He also encouraged the youth and community to extend support to individuals struggling with drug addiction, emphasising the need for compassion and understanding rather than stigmatisation.Rentta called upon the community to help affected individuals reintegrate into society and lead healthy, productive and meaningful lives.The programme commenced with an invocation prayer by Rev Kamwang Rentta, pastor of Tening Town Baptist Church, seeking God’s blessings for the occasion. Bakam, president of the Tening Town Youth Organisation (TTYO), delivered the welcome address, while Agunkamliu presented a special musical performance.The tournament, organised to promote sporting talent, community unity and awareness against drug abuse, will culminate on October 21.