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NSF: Team Edo Fully Prepared To Succeed, Sports Commission Boss Declares

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12 months ago

May 14, 2025

The Executive Chairman, Edo State Sports Commission Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, said going by the preparation by the state’s athletes, the Team Edo is fully prepared to succeed in the National Sorts Festival scheduled to commence in Ogun State on May 16, 2025.

Enabulele spoke shortly after observing a series of training sessions and trials held by various sports associations across several centres in Benin City

In a statement issued by his Media Officer, Mr. Edoko Wilson Edoko, the sports commission boss, while reiterating his commitment to ensuring Team Edo delivers a winning performance at the sports festival, expressed satisfaction with the current level of preparation and the performance of athletes.

“In a bid to enhance the training of our athletes, boost their morale, and motivate our coaches for the upcoming National Sports Festival, I had the opportunity to observe various sports associations conducting their trials and intensifying their preparations,” Enabulele said.

He commended the athletes and coaching staff for their dedication and hard work.

“I am very impressed with Team Edo’s performance. With this momentum, we are on course to clinch victory,” he stated confidently.

The Chairman reaffirmed the Commission’s unwavering support and commitment to creating a conducive environment for athletes to excel.

He added that the state’s sports development strategy remains focused on excellence and grassroots empowerment.

“Together, we will continue to work hard and strive for excellence as we represent Edo State at the National Sports Festival,” Enabulele concluded.

The 2024 National Sports Festival, often referred to as Nigeria’s version of the Olympics, is scheduled to hold this month in Ogun State with the 36 states of the Federation and the FCT competing in 33 games.

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UCL, EPL: Petr Cech Advises Chelsea On How To Win Trophies

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1 day ago

May 4, 2026

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Chelsea legend, Petr Cech, has advised his old club on how to win the UEFA Champions League or the English Premier League.

Chelsea are already out of the Premier League title race this season, and they are at risk of missing out on UEFA Champions League qualification for next season because they are currently not in the ninth position on the Premier League table.

Speaking to The Athletic about Chelsea, Cech said that the Blues need to change their philosophy of signing only young players if they want to win the Premier League or Champions League.

According to the former goalkeeper, the Premier League west London club needs to add experienced players to mentor the young players in the squad.

“You have to look at what you want to achieve. You can have young, talented players, and you can win, but it’s very rare that you manage to do that,” he said.

“If you want to win every season and compete every season, that does not go together.

“You have to change your philosophy. Certain things don’t go together because, in order to win a Champions League or a Premier League… these are really tough competitions, and you have to be consistent.

“You need to have a strong core of the team. And then you can bring young, talented players who will grow faster and then will be held by the experienced players to help navigate them through difficult times when they come.”

Currently, Chelsea have just one player, Tosin Adarabioyo, who is over 28 this season, and the defender has not been playing regularly.

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Enabulele Lauds Okpebholo’s Bold Reforms As Edo Sports Witnesses Revival

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5 days ago

April 30, 2026

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The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for what he described as a bold and transformative approach to sports development.

Speaking on efforts to reposition sports in the state, Enabulele noted that with Okpebholo’s visionary leadership, the sector has witnessed renewed growth.

In a statement issued by his Media Officer, Edoko Wilson Edoko, the Edo Sports Commission boss attributed the progress to the governor’s strategic policies and sustained commitment to youth development, which he said have laid the foundation for a more structured and results-driven system.

“His Excellency has demonstrated clear vision and genuine commitment to sports development. The level of support we are receiving has significantly repositioned Edo as a competitive force in national sporting events,” he said.

He explained that targeted investments in grassroots development are already producing results, with a growing number of young talents being identified and nurtured across multiple disciplines.

“We are deliberately building from the grassroots. A large percentage of our athletes today are homegrown, which speaks to the sustainability of our development model,” Enabulele added.

The Commission, he noted, is also shifting away from an over-reliance on football to a broader multi-sport focus.

Edo State, he said, is now recording improved performances in athletics, combat sports, and other emerging areas.

“Our goal is to strengthen all sports. The results are beginning to show across different disciplines, and this is only the start,” he said.

Enabulele further pointed to ongoing improvements in sports infrastructure and athlete welfare as critical factors in sustaining performance and encouraging wider participation among young people.

“We are building a system that will endure. With the continued support of the governor, Edo is on course to becoming a dominant force in sports at both national and international levels,” he stated.

He expressed confidence that the current momentum would translate into greater achievements for Edo athletes, reaffirming the Commission’s commitment to excellence, discipline, and long-term development.