Prince A.E.O Amgbare (1947-2020)
Prince A.E.O Amgbare was a remarkable ex-boxer who achieved significant success and garnered numerous medals and laurels for himself and the Old Rivers State Sports Council. He was a 1st National Sport Festival Middle Weight Gold Medalist in Lagos in 1975, a Bronze Medalist at the 1973 Sport Festival in Berlin, Germany, and Nigeria’s only Olympic Gold Medalist in Budapest in 1974. Beyond his athletic career, he served as a Referee, Ringside Announcer, and Judge of international repute, showcasing his expertise and dedication to sports. His contributions to the public service and sports community in both the old Rivers State and Bayelsa State were outstanding.