By Chinonso Onyeanusi 

Mr. Patrick Estate Onyedum, the Chairman of the Anambra State Sports Development Commission, on Tuesday paid a visit to the Anambra State contingent at the 8th edition of the National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State. The Chairman expressed his satisfaction with the team’s remarkable performance, highlighting their team spirit and commendable achievements.

As of 17th September 2024, Team Anambra had already secured an impressive tally of 9 Gold, 8 Silver, and 8 Bronze medals at the ongoing National Youth Games in Asaba. The Chairman, accompanied by other top officials of the commission, conveyed the state Governor’s strong support and appreciation for the contingent’s outstanding performance.

Onyedum said the secret behind the impressive performance of Team Anambra is the Anambra Sports Solution Initiative (ANSSI) which gave birth to the primary and secondary school sports festival which was reintroduced in 2023 were an abundance of talents were discovered in the 2023 edition and with a large crop of the student-athletes representing the state at the NYG.

Mr. Onyedum commended the athletes, coaching staff and Sports Council members for making Anambra State proud, he assured them of the government’s continuous support to ensure an exceptional outing at the games. The Chairman also acknowledged Governor Soludo's unwavering commitment to sports development and the welfare of the state contingent.

On his part, Olu Sule, Sports Consultant of Anambra State Sports Development Commission expressed gratitude to the Sports Commission Chairman for the visit and acknowledged Governor Soludo’s genuine interest in sports development. Sule while speaking on behalf of the contingent, expressed their excitement at the Chairman’s presence, highlighting the morale boost it provided. The team assured that they would not disappoint the state at the Games.

With an impressive medal tally and unwavering support from the state government, Team Anambra continues to shine bright at the National Youth Games in Asaba.

The event was marked by remarkable performances that captivated the audience including medal presentation to winners of paraathletics events by the Chairman Anambra State Sports Development Commission, Mr Patrick Estate Onyedum which formed the highlight of his visit.