As preparations for the 2025 National Sports Festival enter the final stretch, the Edo State Sports Commission has intensified efforts to ensure a winning outing by Team Edo at the event billed to hold later this month in Ogun State.
Executive Chairman of the Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, made this known while speaking to journalists after inspecting several training sessions and selection trials conducted by various sports associations across the state.
In a statement released by his Media Officer, Mr. Edoko Wilson Edoko, Hon. Enabulele expressed satisfaction with the athletes’ performance, describing their progress as a strong signal that Team Edo is on the right track to clinch top honours.
“In a bid to enhance the training of our athletes, boost their morale, and motivate our coaches for the upcoming National Sports Festival, I had the opportunity to observe various sports associations conducting their trials and intensifying their preparations,” Enabulele was quoted as saying.
He commended the athletes and their coaching crew for their resilience and dedication to duty. “I am very impressed with Team Edo’s performance. With this momentum, we are on course to clinch victory,” the Chairman declared confidently.
Enabulele further reiterated the commitment of the Commission to provide a conducive environment for sports development in the state. He emphasized that the state’s sports policy continues to prioritize grassroots empowerment and excellence.
“Our resolve is clear—together, we will work hard, maintain focus, and strive for excellence as we represent Edo State at the National Sports Festival,” he assured.
The 2025 National Sports Festival, often dubbed Nigeria’s version of the Olympics, will showcase the country’s finest athletes competing in various disciplines, drawing participation from all states and the Federal Capital Territory.
