The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has congratulated Bendel Insurance Football Club
for their outstanding performance at the just concluded pre-season tournament in Bayelsa State.

Enabulele, while receiving the tournament trophy at his office in Benin City on Monday, said “this victory shows that we are thoroughly prepared for the 2025/2026 NPFL season. Now is the time to roll up our sleeves and focus on the task ahead.”

The Edo Sports boss, while receiving the trophy from the club’s management, he described it as “a beautiful gift on a Monday morning, a sign that the week will be fruitful and a clear indication that we are ready for the season ahead. We are not going into this campaign as underdogs, with the calibre of players we have recruited.”

He praised the coaching crew and players for their discipline, determination, and commitment.

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Team Manager, Mr. Charles Ihimekpe, lauded the team’s dominance: “We played four matches, scored ten goals, and conceded none. By the grace of God, this is the beginning of what promises to be a great season for us.”

Head Coach, Mr. Greg Ikhenoba, also expressed appreciation to the Executive Chairman for his consistent support and assured fans of a competitive and rewarding NPFL26 campaign.

With spirits high, Bendel Insurance will begin their NPFL26 season on August 22 with an away fixture against El Kanemi Warriors in Maiduguri.

The Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has called on Team Edo to approach the Zonal Elimination for the 2025 National Youth Games with passion, determination, and sportsmanship.

Enabulele message to the Team Edo who are participating in the South-South Zonal screening exercise for the elimination games at Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, was contained in a statement signed by his his Media Officer, Mr. Edoko Wilson Edoko, and made available to newsmen on Saturday.

The exercise, held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, was supervised by the South-South Zonal Coordinator of the NSC, Mr. Njoku Peter.

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It focuses on age verification to ensure all participants are under 15 years, in line with competition requirements.

Athletes from the six South-South states — Edo, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Delta — took part in the screening.

“You are not just representing Edo State but also showcasing our strength and talent as true ambassadors. Give it your best and let your performance speak for itself,” Enabulele said.

With the zonal eliminations set for Saturday, August 17, through Sunday, August 18, and match draws already underway, Enabulele also stressed the need for fairness and professionalism in officiating.

“The credibility of these eliminations depends solely on your integrity. We expect nothing but unbiased and professional judgment to ensure a successful event,” he added.

The 2025 National Youth Games isvscheduled to hold from August 26 to September 6 in Asaba, Delta State.

Ahead of the 2025 Asaba National Youth Games, the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele, has charged state coaches to deliver top-class performances as zonal eliminations begin this weekend.

Speaking during an interactive session on Thursday at the Commission’s Media Centre, Enabulele urged the coaches to demonstrate discipline, unity, and focus in their quest to secure Edo’s qualification in all events at the eliminations, scheduled for August 16–18 in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

“We must be prepared to conquer,” Enabulele declared in a statement issued by his Media Officer, Mr. Edoko Wilson Edoko.

“Your unflinching support is essential if we are to clinch all available spots and maintain Edo’s dominance in sports.”

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He disclosed that all athletes and coaches would proceed to full camping immediately after the eliminations to prepare for the main event, billed for August 26 to September 6 in Delta State.

Enabulele assured the coaches that the commission, under Governor Monday Okpebholo’s leadership, is addressing their concerns and remains committed to supporting their work.

“Success is a shared responsibility,” Enabulele concluded, calling on coaches to match the commission’s support with strong results.

The zonal eliminations will feature Rugby, Volleyball, Handball, Cricket, Hockey, Beach Volleyball, Football, Abula, and Baseball.