The ninth Nationwide Youth Video games (NYG) formally kicked off in Asaba with a stunning opening ceremony on the Stephen Keshi Worldwide Stadium, Delta State. The occasion featured sparks, colours, music, dance, calisthenics, and fireworks, setting the tone for what many already describe as one of many best-organized editions within the historical past of the competitors.
Including to the spectacle, Staff Edo drew consideration through the march previous with their putting red-and-white tracksuits—proudly showcasing unity and energy from the Heartbeat of the Nation.
That confidence paid off virtually instantly as Edo’s Favour Cornelius claimed three gold medals within the 44kg feminine weightlifting class, changing into the primary athlete at Asaba 2025 to win a number of golds.
Along with her triple-gold haul, Cornelius has already emerged as a rising star in Nigerian weightlifting and set the tempo for Staff Edo on the medal desk.
Edo’s medal chase didn’t cease there. Desmond Izevbuwa Eroirewaen secured gold within the 50kg male kumite karate occasion. Within the male 56kg weightlifting class, Timileyin Williams clinched one silver and two bronze medals to additional increase Staff Edo’s tally.
In desk tennis, Emmanuel Adebiyi defeated his Kaduna counterpart to advance, whereas Solomon Oyenekan and Daniel Okunlade additionally booked their spots within the spherical of 16 of the male class.
This yr’s Video games characteristic 6,382 athletes and officers competing in 37 sports activities throughout numerous venues, together with the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Indoor Sports activities Corridor, Authorities Home Squash Court docket, Asaba Sports activities Membership, Anglican Women Grammar School, and the Commissioners’ Quarters. The Video games run from August 29 to September 6, 2025, celebrating not solely athletic expertise but in addition the indomitable spirit of Nigerian youth.
