In preparation for a state festival billed for April, 2025, Deputy Governor of Edo Hon. Dennis Idahosa on Monday inaugurated an Edo State Sports Festival Committee at Government House on Monday.

Speaking at the inauguration, the Deputy Governor who is directly in charge of the state sports commission, expressed confidence in the committee’s ability to deliver a successful fourth edition of the Edo State Sports Festival.

Idahosa, describing the sports festival as a key initiative of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration to enhance grassroots sports development, expressed the state’s readiness to consolidate its position as a leader in sports development, as

“Today, we are inaugurating a committee tasked with organizing Edo’s 4th Sports Festival.

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“This festival is a strategic step towards strengthening sports in the state, ensuring talent development, and preparing athletes for future competitions, including the 2025 National Sports Festival,” Idahosa stated.

The Deputy Governor who emphasized the importance of teamwork, urged committee members to work diligently to ensure an impactful festival.

He highlighted that without regular competitions, athletes would struggle to achieve their full potential.

“The state’s sports festival serves as a crucial platform for identifying and nurturing talent while encouraging participation from all local government areas. It will also play a vital role in the selection process for Edo’s contingent on the National Sports Festival next year,” he added.

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On his part, the Chairman of the Organizing Committee and Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission (ESSC), Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, expressed gratitude to the government for its unwavering commitment to sports development.

“As a committee, we fully understand the responsibility placed upon us. We assure the government and people of Edo State that we will execute our duties with utmost dedication and excellence,” Enabulele said.

He reiterated the administration’s vision of making Edo a hub for sporting excellence in Nigeria, vowing that the festival would meet global standards and uphold the principles of fairness, competition, and sportsmanship.

“Edo State has a rich history of sporting achievements. This festival provides an opportunity to celebrate our current athletes while discovering new talents who will represent the state and the nation at higher levels,” he added.

Enabulele also pledged to collaborate with key stakeholders, including sports associations, board members, sponsors, and the general public, ensuring transparency and innovation in planning and execution.