Edo State Sports Commission

The Official Twitter handle of the Edo State's Sports Commission, Edo State.

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

📍Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium
🗓️ Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ 9:00AM

From athletics to combat sports, young athletes from across Edo State will showcase their talents as the dream to “Catch Them Young” continues. 🇳🇬🔥
#DiscoveringTomorrowsStars #EdoSportsCommission #GrassrootsSports

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Tomorrow begins a new journey for the next generation of champions. 💫🏅
The Edo State Sports Commission is set to kick off the grassroots talent discovery programme — “Discovering Tomorrow’s Stars” — aimed at identifying and nurturing young sporting talents across the state.

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Tomorrow begins a new journey for the next generation of champions. 💫🏅
The Edo State Sports Commission is set to kick off the grassroots talent discovery programme — “Discovering Tomorrow’s Stars” — aimed at identifying and nurturing young sporting talents across the state.

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Happy Birthday to our Executive Chairman, Hon. Amadin Desmond Enabulele.

Your visionary and result-driven leadership continues to inspire growth in Edo sports. We celebrate your impact and wish you many more years of success and good health.
— Edo State Sports Commission

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

We share in your grief and pray that God grants the family strength to bear this loss and grants her soul eternal rest.

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

The Edo State Sports Commission Chairman, management, and staff extend heartfelt condolences to the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, and his family on the passing of his beloved mother, Madam Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa, at the age of 95.

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

The Edo State Sports Commission Chairman, management, and staff extend heartfelt condolences to the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, and his family on the passing of his beloved mother, Madam Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa, at the age of 95.

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

On behalf of the Edo State Sports Commission (ESSC), I congratulate our Muslim brothers and sisters on the occasion of Eid el-Fitr celebration,

May this joyous occasion bring peace, unity, and prosperity to your families,Edo State and to our nation Nigeria.

#essc
#Edosports

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

This victory is a testament to hard work, preparation, resilience, and our commitment to grassroots sports development.
Edo has spoken. Edo has delivered. 💪🏾🔥
#NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026 #BeyondOil #TeamEdo #Champions

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Champions of the Niger Delta Games!

Team Edo finishes strong at the top of the medals table after Day 6 with an incredible 102 medals — 50 Gold 🥇, 30 Silver 🥈, and 22 Bronze 🥉.

sports development.
Edo has spoken. Edo has delivered. 💪🏾🔥
#NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Champions of the Niger Delta Games!

Team Edo finishes strong at the top of the medals table after Day 6 with an incredible 102 medals — 50 Gold 🥇, 30 Silver 🥈, and 22 Bronze 🥉.

sports development.
Edo has spoken. Edo has delivered. 💪🏾🔥
#NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Para Weightlifting Medal Presentation

Strength beyond limits. Determination beyond barriers.

Celebrating our incredible para athletes whose resilience and power continue to inspire us all.

True champions on and off the platform!

#NDDCGames #Edo2026 #BeyondOil #TeamEdo

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Medal Standings | After Day 4

Edo tops the table with 47 medals (22 Gold, 12 Silver, 13 Bronze) as the Niger Delta Games progress.

The Games continue to serve as a breeding ground for athletes, reinforcing our commitment to grassroots development.
#NigerDeltaGames2026

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Gold Medal Update
Muritala Usman wins Gold for Edo in the 70kg Traditional Wrestling event, defeating his Bayelsa opponent in a keenly contested final.

Team Edo records a total of 7 gold medals today — 6 from Weightlifting and 1 from Traditional Wrestling.

#2ndNDGs #Edo2026

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

The Executive Chairman, Amadin Enabulele, commends Team Edo’s outstanding swimming performance at the Niger Delta Games.

With excellent preparation and determination, Team Edo is set to finish strong on the medals table.
#NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026 #BeyondOil

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Women’s Basketball Update 🏀
Team Edo defeats Delta 20–18 to advance to the quarterfinal stage.

In their opening game, Edo recorded an emphatic 47–6 win over Abia, showcasing strength and tactical discipline.

Well done to the team as they progress in the competition.
#2ndNDG

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Athletics Update | 800m Men’s Final 🏅

Solomon Okundaye wins Gold for Edo with an impressive time of 1:56.34. 🥇

Another strong showing for Team Edo as the 2nd Niger Delta Games continue.
#2ndNDGs #Edo2026 #BeyondOil

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Swimming Update | 2nd Niger Delta Games

Edo records a dominant outing in the pool, winning 6 gold medals out of 9 events held today.

An exceptional display of preparation, talent and determination from our swimming team.
#Edo2026 #BeyondOil #NigerDeltaGames #EdoStateSports

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Hammer Throw Final (Men) | Niger Delta Games 2026 🎯

Edo’s Emmanuel Shakamomodu wins Gold on home soil. 🥇

A strong and competitive contest showcasing power, precision and excellence in athletics.
#NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026 #Athletics

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Day Two | Niger Delta Games | Edo 2026 🏅
Highlights from another exciting day of competition across various venues in Benin City.

Athletes continue to showcase discipline, determination, and sporting excellence as the Games progress.

#NigerDeltaGames #Edo2026

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Day Two | Niger Delta Games | Edo 2026 🏅
Highlights from another exciting day of competition across various venues in Benin City.

Athletes continue to showcase discipline, determination, and sporting excellence as the Games progress.

#NigerDeltaGames #Edo2026

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Para powerlifting event:
Obarisiuwa Emmanuel Wins the second Gold for Team Edo

Obarisiuwa Emmanuel has won gold for Team Edo in the 54kg men’s Para powerlifting event after powering 125kg to beat his opponents at the ongoing Niger Delta Games, Edo 2026.

#2nd NDGs
#beyonoil

[Edo State Sports Commission @Edo_SportsComm]

Gold 🥇 alert! Emmanuel Chakamumudu Audu strikes Gold for Edo in shot put (men) after a distant throw of 17.37M.
# 2nd NDGs
#Beyondoil