The Sports Commission boss made the disclosure during a meeting with the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Barr. Lucky Eseigbe in his office on Thursday.
Enabulele said that the sports festival aligns with the sports development programme of Governor Monday Okpebholo’s administration.
According to him, the festival, scheduled to hold from April 21 to May 1, 2025, will help prepare Edo athletes for the forthcoming National Sports Festival, slated for May 16 to 30, 2025, in Abeokuta, Ogun State.
“It is essential to ensure that this event helps maintain our position as a sports powerhouse in the country,” Hon. Enabulele stated, highlighting the significance of organizing a memorable and high-quality sporting event.
Hon. Enabulele was enthusiastic that many promising talents would be discovered and nurtured through the Edo State Sports Festival to reinforce the state sports contingent for the Ogun Games. He noted that untapped talents will play significant roles in the success of the state.
He emphasized the importance of participation in the Edo state Sports Festival by all the 18 Local Government Areas in Edo State, urging Barr. Eseigbe to galvanize support from local government acting chairmen to ensure athletes receive the best support.
Commissioner Eseigbe assured Enabulele of his unwavering support, pledging to engage all the stakeholders across the LGAs to ensure the success of the sports festival.
