Cross River discovers new talents for Niger Delta Games

Cross River State sports authorities have made a major breakthrough in talent discovery as the State’s trials for the 2nd Niger Delta Games (NDG) was held in the Central Senatorial District. Organised by the Liaison Committee members of the NDG in conjunction with the Cross River State Sports Commission, the trials produced athletes that will […]

Cross River State sports authorities have made a major breakthrough in talent discovery as the State’s trials for the 2nd Niger Delta Games (NDG) was held in the Central Senatorial District.

Organised by the Liaison Committee members of the NDG in conjunction with the Cross River State Sports Commission, the trials produced athletes that will feature in the state finals from where the best athletes would be picked to represent the state at the games.

“The trials for the Games has continued to ignite hope and inspiration among young sporting talents in both the urban and rural communities in Cross River State.

“The competition’s talent discovery drive has recorded remarkable success, particularly within the Central Senatorial District,” said Lawrence Ettah, Chairman of Cross River State Sports Commission.

He said the initiative has brought together promising young athletes from diverse local governments and villages—many of whom are experiencing organized sports for the first time.

“The ongoing talent hunt has not only uncovered raw and exceptional abilities but has also created unforgettable moments of joy and motivation for future champions,” he said.

Co-Chairman of the Main Organising Committee, Sir Itiako Ikpokpo, was impressed by the report and said it has captured a cardinal essence of organising the Games.

“This is primarily one of the reasons for the Games, providing opportunities for those in the hinterland to compete and put their talents to use in sports,” he said.