Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has warmly welcomed athletes and officers from throughout the South-South to Uyo for the zonal elimination of the ninth Nationwide Youth Video games.
Talking by the Commissioner for Sports activities, Elder Paul Bassey, on Saturday, August 16, 2025, on the Godswill Akpabio Worldwide Stadium, the Governor charged all contributors to indicate self-discipline and sportsmanship all through the competitors.
He assured that the State has put in place all needed logistics to make sure a profitable and hitch-free event.
“Akwa Ibom is delighted to host you,” Governor Eno stated. “We welcome you to our state and encourage you to be of excellent conduct as you compete. The federal government has made each association to provide the greatest expertise, and we sit up for a superb outing.”
The Governor additional emphasised the function of sports activities in selling unity and youth growth, describing the Video games as a chance for younger folks to showcase their expertise on a much bigger stage.
On the time of this report, screening of athletes is presently underway on the Godswill Akpabio Worldwide Stadium, Uyo, because the journey to the Nationwide Finals formally begins.
The South-South elimination formally begins right now in Uyo, with contingents from the six states of the area set to compete in varied sports activities for locations on the Nationwide Finals in Asaba, Delta State, from 29 August to six September.
