The Anambra State contingent to the National Sports Festival has arrived in the state after a successful outing in Asaba, Delta State.
The Contingent comprising 249 persons; two hundred and four (204) Athletes and forty-five (45) officials departed Awka for Asaba on November 29, 2022.
The team which participated in twenty-one (21) events won a total of thirty-nine (39) medals including six (6) gold, nine (9) silver,and twenty-four (24) bronze.
Governor Chukwuma Soludo congratulates the contingent for lifting the Spirit of Anambra high and conducting themselves in a manner deserving of a true ‘onye’ Anambra.
“The outing did not take notice of any scandal or doping, for which they must be congratulated for being well-behaved.
“While it is important to note with pride that the team was able to sustain its record at the last festival held in Edo State, the Governor is proud to welcome the contingent for being exceptional both off and on the field during the games
“Let it be noted that it was during my administration that the foundation for rounded sports development has been elevated to unprecedented heights and it will continue to grow in the coming years,” he added.
Dominica Nwabufo
