The official Mascot and theme Song for the 22nd National Sports Festival have been unveiled with a call on the stakeholders to support the Local Organizing Committee, LOC, to make the sports Mundial an unforgettable celebration of talent, unity and National pride.
Governor Dapo Abiodun made the call during the unveiling of the Mascot at a colourful ceremony held at the June 12 Cultural Centre in Abeokuta.
Governor Abiodun who was represented by his deputy, Mrs Noimot Salako-Oyedele explained that the unveiling was a bold testament of his administration towards delivering the most memorable, inclusive, and most inspiring National Sports Festival Nigerians have ever seen.
He pointed out that the mascot and the theme song reflected the energy, cultural heritage, and aspirations of the people of Ogun State.
The Governor urged residents of the state to actively participate by attending events, cheering the athletes, and welcome guests with kindness and showcase the culture and hospitality that makes Ogun State a tourism attraction.
In a remark, the Director-General, National Sports Commission, NSC, Mr Bukola Olopade expressed satisfaction with the level of preparedness of Ogun state ahead of the fast approaching 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival, tagged Gateway Games 2024, holding from May 16-30.
Mr Olopade, who is also the Chairman of the Main Organizing Committee, MOC, assured participants that they would witness the best ever in the country.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Sports Development, Mr Wasiu Isiaka had appreciated members of the Local Organizing Committee for working tirelessly to meet up with the time frame of the opening ceremony.
Mr Isiaka maintained that Governor Abiodun has made significant investments in upgrading existing facilities and constructing new ones to meet world-class standards.
Radio Nigeria/Deborah Ige
