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President Tinubu declares 22nd National Sports Festival open in Ogun State

President Bola Tinubu on Sunday declared open the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival, tagged Gateway Games 2024, in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Afrosport reports The President, who was represented by Vice President Kashim Shettima, emphasised the power of sports as a unifying force across Nigeria’s diverse cultural and ethnic landscape. Speaking during the opening ceremony at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Shettima highlighted the role...

Ogun State receives Torch of Unity ahead of 22nd National Sports Festival

by Bayo Adegboyega

16 May 2025

The Governor of Ogun State Prince Dapo Abiodun on Thursday officially received the Torch of Unity ahead of the 22nd National Sports Festival, tagged Gateway Games 2024, Afrosport reports. The governor assured that the games will be a reference point in the history of sporting events in the country, and is aimed at fostering togetherness among the participating states. "This torch represents more than just the...

National Sports Festival 2024: Mascot, logo and theme song unveiled

by Bayo Adegboyega

16 April 2025

The gun state government has officially unveiled communication materials for the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF) tagged Gateway Games 2024, Afrosport reports. The materials include the Games' logo, theme song and mascot. The unveiling took place on Tuesday night at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Abeokuta where the state government assured of a befitting festival. The logo is mainly in Ogun State theme colours of lemon...

Gateway Games 2024: Anthony Joshua to light Unity Torch, bags Sports Ambassadorial role in Ogun State

by Bayo Adegboyega

31 December 2024

Two-time World heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua will light the traditional Unity touch to signal the commencement of the 2024 National Sports Festival (NSF) in May 2025, Afrosport reports. The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun made this known on Monday in Abeokuta when he played host to the British-born boxer who is heritage originates from the state. Governor Abiodun who described the pugilist as a...

Ogun State emerges as champion in maiden Elite Wheelchair Basketball Championship

by Kunle Fayiga

24 December 2024

Ogun State came out on top as they defeated Oyo State 35-16 to lift the maiden edition of the Elite Wheelchair Basketball Championship, Afrosport reports. The Gateway state started the competition with a 38-8 win over Kwara state before defeating Oyo State 22-12 and Lagos 29-4 to reach the final. Lagos State claimed third place in the competition after defeating Kwara state 36-17, the highest scoreline...

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President Tinubu declares 22nd National Sports Festival open in Ogun State

Ogun State receives Torch of Unity ahead of 22nd National Sports Festival

National Sports Festival 2024: Mascot, logo and theme song unveiled

Gateway Games 2024: Anthony Joshua to light Unity Torch, bags Sports Ambassadorial role in Ogun State

Ogun State emerges as champion in maiden Elite Wheelchair Basketball Championship

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