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Edo athletes and coaches in the ongoing Niger Delta Games have been charged with discipline, teamwork, respect for authority, and strict adherence to the rules of the competition as the games commence.
In the games with over 3,000 athletes, 500 officials, cutting across the nine Niger Delta states, Edo features 282.
The games, sponsored by the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) and organised by Dunamis-Icon Limited, will run from Friday, February 20 to 27.
Addressing Edo athletes and coaches at their camp, a few hours before the kickoff of the games, the state sports commission chairman, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, charged Team Edo to rise to the occasion and make the state proud.
He charged Team Edo to compete with courage, unity, and an unwavering winning mindset, emphasizing that victory demands more than raw talent.
Reminding the athletes of the honour of representing Edo State as hosts, Enabulele urged them to conduct themselves as exemplary ambassadors both on and off the field of play.
He encouraged them to convert months of rigorous training into podium finishing and medal-winning performances, assuring them of sustained management support throughout the tournament.
The sports commission boss, who commended Team Edo for their discipline, resilience, and sacrifices, particularly their dedication to camping away from their families in pursuit of sporting excellence, noted that their commitment reflects the determination of a host state ready to set a benchmark in organization and performance.
