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Edo2026: Enabulele Inspires Team Edo To Stay Hungry As Niger Delta Games Hit Day Four BENIN — As the Niger Delta Games tagged Edo2026 entered Day Four, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has charged Team Edo athletes and coaches to remain focused and determined to sustain the state’s commanding lead on the medals table. In a statement issued Monday by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele expressed satisfaction with Team Edo’s impressive outing so far, attributing the early success to strategic planning, discipline and thorough preparation ahead of the competition. According to him, the 12-day intensive camping organised for the athletes played a crucial role in building team spirit and sharpening their competitive edge. “Our decision to embark on a 12-day closed camping was deliberate and strategic. It gave our athletes the opportunity to bond, train rigorously and cultivate the winning mentality required fo...

FCT Minister, Wike Commissions 54 Construction Equipment For Edo LGAs ... Extols Gov. Okpebholo’s Grassroots Economic Vision By Editor  The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), His Excellency Nyesom Wike, has commissioned 54 construction equipment procured by the Edo State Government for the 18 Local Government Councils, describing the initiative as a major boost to grassroots economic development. Commissioning the equipment, Wike praised the governor’s commitment to rural development and economic empowerment at the grassroots. He said, "You have demonstrated that you love the economy of the local government. You have demonstrated that development must go to the rural areas. You have laid the foundation for Mr. President to be re-elected,”  He added, “Let me tell you, as the other opponent was busy deceiving people buying corn on the road, Mr. President was busy developing the FCT. FCT has 62 councillors, APC took 45, PDP took 17. This shows the ruling...

2nd NDGs: Tissa,Lucky Ayeni, Peremoboere shine As Team Edo Dethrone Delta,Bayelsa, Rivers In Swimming As competition begins in the aquatic center of the Samuel Ogbemudia stadium in the ongoing second Niger Delta Games in Benin,hosts Team Edo put up a remarkable performance as they displaced the famous states of Rivers,Delta and Bayelsa with a commanding six out of the nine gold medals available on Day one of the Swimming competition. Talented  Precious Tissa,Lucky Ayeni.   and Joy Peremoboere's performances gave a boost to the host team claimed multiple gold medals to the delight of the Executive Chairman Edo State Sports Commission Hon Amadin Desmond Enabulele and his management team who were on ground to cheer their athletes to victory. Like he did at the National Youth Games in Asaba last year,Precious Tissa went out of the water with gold in the 50m Freestyle in the Male category just as Lucky Ayeni finished first in the Female of the same event. Kolade Ot...

NDG/Edo2026: Edo Para-Weightlifter, Edomwandagbon Takes Lead To Cliched First Gold Medal Iduozee Efe Paul  Edo state industrious Para-Weightlifter, Philomena Edomwandagbon has won first gold medal in the competition. With the feat achieved as the first athlete to win gold, history has been made for Team Edo at the ongoing second edition of the Niger Delta Games, tagged Edo2026, as Philomena Edomwandagbon clinched the very first gold medal for the state in the Para-Weightlifting 67kg category. However, it would be recalled that her outstanding performance is a testament to resilience, strength, and unwavering determination.  By mounting the podium as champion, she has not only secured a proud moment for Team Edo but has also set the tone for what promises to be an inspiring and successful outing for our athletes at this prestigious regional competition currently taking place in Benin City, Edo State. Congratulations to our golden champion for this historic victory. ...

Niger Delta Games| Edo 2026: Team Edo Excel As Bayelsa, Imo Share Spoils  By Editor  Football at the Niger Delta Games, Edo 2026 opened in emphatic fashion, delivering a Matchday One rich in goals, momentum swings, and commanding performances across both the men’s and women’s competitions. The men’s contest between Team Bayelsa and Team Imo provided immediate fireworks. Imo struck just before halftime through Ifeanyi Nnorom, whose composed finish gave his side the early advantage and rewarded their bright attacking start. Bayelsa emerged from the break with renewed urgency, pressing higher up the pitch and committing numbers forward. Their response came through Priye Ibomoh, who restored parity with a well-taken effort that shifted the momentum. Sensing control, Bayelsa intensified their attacking play and were rewarded again when Victor Williams completed the turnaround, finishing confidently to put his side ahead. But the drama was far from over. Imo refused to y...

 Tinubu, Akpabio, Okpebholo Back Youth Development As Niger Delta Games 2026 Starts In Benin.  By Editor  The 2nd edition of the Niger Delta Games kicked off on Friday in Benin City, Edo State, with a spectacular display of fanfare and a showcase of the state’s rich cultural heritage. Over 4,000 athletes and officials from the nine Niger Delta states are participating in the seven-day event, which is organized by Dunamis Icons and sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC). Speaking at the opening ceremony, President Bola Tinubu, represented by Minister of State for Industry, John Enoh, urged the NDDC to expand opportunities and invest in initiatives that empower youths and women. He emphasized that sports remain a powerful instrument for unity and human development. The President also commended the NDDC for sustaining the initiative, noting that his administration prioritizes human capital development alongside infrastructural growth. Reflecti...