Edo Welcomes National Sports Festival Torch in Stirring Ceremony
On Wednesday, the government of Edo State accepted the Unity Torch for the 22nd National Sports Festival scheduled to occur in Ogun between May 16 and 30.
Governor Monday Okpebholo, represented by his deputy, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, welcomed the torch from the leader of the National Sports Commission delegation, Mbora Ikana, during an event held at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium in Benin City.
According to Friday Aghedo, the Chief Press Secretary for the deputy governor, Idahosa remains optimistic that Team Edo will bring pride to the residents during the Games.
He stated that President Bola Tinubu has been leveraging the sports sector to revamp the nation, foster unity among the populace, and reignite hope within Nigerian youth.
Idahosa pointed out that Governor Okpebholo is significantly investing in the sports industry, resulting in a rejuvenation of the sector within Edo State.
“The State Government is prepared to back the Edo State Sports Commission in their quest for medals, and we firmly believe that they will achieve a leading stance by the conclusion of the NSF,” Idahosa asserted.
The Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon Desmond Enabulele, praised Governor Okpebholo for significantly enhancing and reshaping the sporting landscape in the state. He also indicated that the state is ready to excel in the upcoming National Sports Festival.
“At the previous sports festival, we secured the third position, but this timeGovernor Okpebholo has provided the necessary backing. Therefore, this time around,EedoStatewill emerge as the top contender,”Enabulele affirmed confidently.
Ikana, while praising the President, showed confidence in the upcoming National Sports Festival’s ability to successfully cultivate young talent among the state’s and nation’s youth.
On behalf of the National Sports Commission, which was tasked by President Tinubu to carry the torch through all 36 states including Abuja, we have arrived in Edo State today. The purpose of this torch relay is to extend an invitation to the state for the upcoming festival.
“It is equally important to raise awareness that sports serve as the sole unifying platform in our nation, and we should leverage this opportunity to nurture the abilities of young people through athletics,” Ikana stated.
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