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About 6,382 athletes and officials are set for the 9th edition of the National Youth Games (NYG), scheduled to be held in Asaba, Delta State, from August 29th to September 6th, 2025.
Organised by the National Sports Commission (NSC), the Games are aimed at promoting grassroots competition and discovering young sporting talents.
The figure of participants was confirmed after the completion of the Digital Registration Management (DRM) process, with athletes and officials drawn from all 36 states of the federation.
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The Games have grown in scale and significance, serving as a vital platform for nurturing talents and fostering unity across the country. This year will feature no fewer than 37 sporting events, showcasing skill, teamwork and determination across multiple disciplines.
Defending champions, Team Delta, will seek to retain its title but will face strong competition from rival contingents equally determined to clinch honours at the 2025 edition.
According to the NSC, the National Youth Games remains a celebration of talent, resilience, and national unity as the country witnesses its future stars compete for glory in nine days of thrilling action.