Ogun State government has staged a three-day sports festival tagged ‘Ogun State Sports Festival’ in preparation for the 2024 National Sports Festival.
The three-day sporting events, which started on Thursday, 22nd August,
at the Gateway International Stadium in Sagamu, will come to a close on Saturday, August 24, 2024, with the closing ceremony beginning from 2pm.
Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, is expected to declare the festival closed.
The Public Relations Officer, Ogun State Sports Council, Bola Giwa, in a statement said the festival would serve as a significant preparatory event for the upcoming National Sports Festival, which will be proudly hosted in Ogun State.
It adds that the Ogun State Sports Festival will not only highlight the skills and dedication of local athletes, but will also underscore the council and the state’s commitment and readiness to host the National Sports Festival.
The statement averred that the ministry of Sports Development has been actively engaged in extensive renovations and upgrades across various sports facilities to ensure that the highest standards of infrastructure for our athletes are provided.
The Gateway International Stadium will serve as the premier venue for this year’s sports festival, allowing our athletes to showcase their talents in a world-class environment.
