South-South Zonal Elimination for ball games Ahead of the national Sports Festival Ogun 2025 has began in Benin City, Edo State. The event started today February 24, 2025, with meetings among the state directors and coordinators of the South South Zone team representatives. Thereafter, The draws for the games was planned and the games will commence officially, tomorrow 25th February 2025. With the contending teams.
From Delta state, male and female Abula, Basketball,Beach volleyball, cricket,football, handball, hockey, and volleyball. Bayelsa, male and female Abula, hockey, football, female, Basketball, male volleyball, beach volleyball, handball. Rivers, male and female Abula, Beach volleyball, hockey, basketball, female volleyball, male basketball and hockey. Akwa ibom, male and female Beach volleyball, male basketball, football, handball, female, cricket. and the host state Edo, male and female Abula, basketball, beach volleyball, cricket, football, handball, hockey and volleyball.
Meanwhile, the Governor of Edo State, senator monday okpebholo has been commended for his support for sports development in the state. His leadership has created an enabling environment for athletes to thrive.
Special applauds also goes to the Executive Chairman of the Edo State Sports Commission, Honorable Amadin Desmond Enabulele for his tireless efforts in organizing this event, despite the short notice to host this South South Elimination. His dedication in promoting sports in Edo State is truly commendable.
