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Enabulele Praises Team Edo for Displaying Resilience, Consistency At Ongoing N’Delta Sports Festival
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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele has commended Team Edo for upholding discipline, resilience, consistency, and the spirit of sportsmanship at the ongoing Niger Delta Sports Festival (NDSF).
Currently, Team Edo has secured a total of 68 medals (12 gold, 32 silver, and 24 bronze) in the festival that over 3,400 athletes from the nine Niger Delta states are participating.
In a statement issued by his media aide, Edoko Wilson Edoko, the chairman said squad from the Heartbeat State has displayed finesse throughout the tournament, with athletes featuring in most finals, signalling the prospect of even more medals.
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The statement reads in part: “This event has given Team Edo the opportunity to build friendships, promote unity, and showcase their talents. The tournament will help the team address its weaknesses and build on the successes already achieved at this festival,” Enabulele said.
He added, “Beyond winning medals, this event is an opportunity to build a formidable team for the upcoming National Sports Festival, scheduled for May in Abeokuta, Ogun State.”
According to the statement, Team Edo’s performance continues to soar, with an increasing medal tally even as the festival winds up tomorrow, April 8, 2025.
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“In athletics, aquatics, para powerlifting, para athletics, boxing, football, discus, javelin, handball, and swimming, Team Edo has maintained dominance,” the statement noted.
Edoko In the statement said, Titiloye Kabira (51kg), Lazarus Desmond (52kg), Raheem Ridwan (63.5kg), and Emmanuel Chukwuka (80kg) all emerged as strong contenders for gold and silver medals after defeating their rivals to qualify for Monday’s finals.
Meanwhile, in men’s football, Team Edo defeated Rivers State 1-0 to advance.
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Enabulele Celebrates Edo Deputy Governor on Birthday
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1 day agoon
August 12, 2025By
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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has congratulated the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on the occasion of his birthday.
In a statement issued on Monday through his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, Enabulele described Idahosa as a true democrat, a results-driven leader, and a high-flyer.
“You have continued to distinguish yourself in all your endeavours. Even as a young legislator, your impactful representation and laudable stewardship exemplify the true definition of a performer, earning you the admiration of many,” he said.
Enabulele further noted that Idahosa’s life is a testament to the importance of loyalty and respect, particularly in his current role as a supportive Deputy Governor. “You have stood firmly behind your boss, and that epitomizes true leadership,” he stated.
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“As you celebrate another milestone, I join family, friends, and well-wishers across the globe in acknowledging your humility, commitment, and determination to ensure Edo State continues to rise under Governor Okpebholo’s SHINE Agenda,” Enabulele added.
He commended the Deputy Governor’s unwavering dedication to nation-building, his vision for a better Edo, and his commitment to advancing and safeguarding the interests of all Edo people, regardless of status or circumstance, describing these qualities as “worthy of emulation.”
“We pray that Almighty God continues to grant you wisdom, good health, sound mind, happiness, and joy as you celebrate another year,” the statement concluded.
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Edo SWAN Felicitates Deputy Governor On Birth Anniversary
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August 12, 2025By
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The Leadership of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Edo State chapter, has felicitated with deputy governor of the state, Hon. Dennis Idahosa, on his birth anniversary.
A felicitation message jointly signed by Comrade Kehind Osagiede and Comrade Idahosa Moses, Edo SWAN Chairman and Secretary, on behalf of all sports writers in the state said, ”all of us at SWAN in Edo state are delighted over this milestone and wish that many more celebrations come your way now and always.”
The duo, in the message, while describing the deputy governor as a man of “honour, candour and commitment to public good as you have aptly demonstrated in the task of sports and youths development in Edo state,” acknowledged his support and encouragement to the body since he assumed office.
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The message reads: “Your dedication to serving the people of Edo State and your insightful contributions to good governance is highly commendable
“Today, we celebrate a visionary leader who is propelling the sports sector to unprecedented heights.
“As you celebrate this special day, we wish Your Excellency good health and fulfillment in all your aspirations.”
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Cristiano Ronaldo Officially Engaged, Set To Get Married
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August 11, 2025By
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Georgina Rodríguez has confirmed that she is engaged to Al Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo.
She revealed this in a post on social media on Monday.
Ronaldo met Georgina in a Madrid fashion store, and they have been together for almost 10 years.
The couple have two children together, with Rodríguez acting as stepmother to his other three children.
READ ALSO:Cristiano Ronaldo Pens Deal With Al Nassr Until 2027
They have been repeatedly bombarded with questions over the years about when they would get married.
Georgina posted a photo of a large ring on her wedding finger and wrote: “Yes I do. In this and in all my lives.”
Ronaldo had previously said they were not married yet because the timing was not “quite right.”
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