SPORTS MINISTER SUES FOR PEACE AND GREATER UNITY, AS 7TH NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES FLAGS OFF IN ASABA

SPORTS MINISTER SUES FOR PEACE AND GREATER UNITY, AS 7TH NATIONAL YOUTH GAMES FLAGS OFF IN ASABA

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has sued for peace and greater unity amongst athletes and states participating in the 7th edition of the National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State.

The Minister made the statement as he performed a kolanut breaking exercise, a traditional symbolism for peace, friendship and positive ideals.

He thanked the Government of Delta State for accepting to host the Games, reiterating that benefits abounds for both the State and the nation, at large.

“Present here in Asaba, are boys and girls from far away states in the North, South, East and West. Let this game catalyze us to work together, compete together, stay together and be able to understand each other. Our hope is that this National Youth Games will assist Government and the people of Nigeria to foster peace and unity with one another.”

“I thank the Delta State Government for accepting to host the Games. Our greatest hope is that the Games will proceed peacefully and at the end of the day, the Nation and the State of Delta will be reap the benefits therein,” the Minister added.

The Opening Ceremony took place at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.

The Games will feature 35 sports, with over 5,742 athletes from the 36 states of the Federation, including the Federal Capital Territory.

SIGNED:

The Media Office of the Honourable Minister of Sports Development.

September 23, 2023.

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