Team Lagos Dethrone Delta, Win 9th National Youth Games As Champion

The 9th edition of the National Youth Games end with plenty pomp and pageantry for Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, on Saturday as Team Lagos emerge overall champions, stop Delta State wey don dey dominate the Games for long. For one thrilling display of youthful talent and competitive spirit, Lagos carry top spot with 52 gold, 32 silver, and 26 bronze medals. Delta State finish second with 37 gold, 38 silver, and 39 bronze medals, while Edo State secure third place with 33 gold, 18 silver, and 28 bronze. Bayelsa State place fourth with 18 gold, 12 silver, and 25 bronze, and Kwara State complete the top five with 15 gold, 10 silver, and 19 bronze medals.

Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), represent President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, talk say the President hail the Games as shining example of Nigeria future. E talk say, “Wetin we don see here for Asaba na triumph of unity, resilience, and youthful potential. These young athletes na the heartbeat of our nation future, and the Federal Government still dey committed to nurture their dreams and to invest for grassroots sports development.” Delta State Executive Governor, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, for him closing speech, express pride as Delta host the Games and praise the athletes for their commitment and discipline. E talk say Delta State proud to host the 9th National Youth Games wey show the power of Nigerian youth and how sports fit unite the nation. The closing ceremony sweet well-well with cultural performances, music, and athlete parade, marking one historic end wey show Lagos don rise as the new powerhouse of youth sports for Nigeria.