Athletes, officials storm Asaba for National Youth Games
Athletes from different parts of the country are expected to arrive in Asaba, Delta State capital today for the 9th edition of the National Youth Games. This is the third time in a row that Delta is hosting the Games. After the maiden edition in Abuja, Kwara State staged the five editions of the Youth […]
Team Delta
Athletes from different parts of the country are expected to arrive in Asaba, Delta State capital today for the 9th edition of the National Youth Games.
This is the third time in a row that Delta is hosting the Games. After the maiden edition in Abuja, Kwara State staged the five editions of the Youth Games at the University of Ilorin.
In a related development, the Delegation Registration Meetings (DRM) for the Games, which started on August 21 ended on August 24 to pave the way for the commencement of the Games.
According to the Local Organising Committee (LOC), August 26 and 27 will be observed as the arrival date, while the opening ceremony will take place on Friday, August 29.
The chairman of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Mallam Shehu Dikko is expected to declare the 9th NYG open on behalf of President Bola Tinubu.
Team Delta, which has maintained its top position on the medals table since the commencement of the Games, had been in closed camping since last week.
Over the past few months, the Main Organising Committee (MOC) and the Local Organizing Committee (LOC) have been actively involved in inspecting and certifying facilities and venues, to ensure they meet the required standards for hosting successful Games.
The Youth Games brings together the best young talents from across the country to compete for laurels and national recognition in a friendly atmosphere.
Last week, the NSC reiterated its commitment to delivering a well-organised event that not only showcases Nigeria’s next generation of sports stars, but also promotes unity, discipline, and excellence through sports.