Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday lit the Torch of Unity signalling the launch of its movement for the 21st Edition of the National Sports Festival. The festival is slated to hold in Asaba, Delta state from November 28 to December 10.
Osinbajo, while performing the exercise at an arena in the State House Abuja, said the Torch of Unity signified peace and unity in Nigeria, adding that the torch was also meant to create awareness about the festival amongst citizens and also the globe.
He explained that the festival was a crucial activity in Nigeria’s sporting calendar, as it had been the avenue to discover many outstanding talents that would go on to become world champions.
The Vice-President pointed out that some of Nigeria’s great champions like Blessing Okagbare, Chioma Ajunwa and Olusoji Fasugba, among others were discovered at various National Sports Festivals.
Earlier in his speech, the Minister of Sports and Youth Development, Sunday Dare said the event was significant in the history of sports development in Nigeria.
Also, in his goodwill message, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa thanked the Federal Government and the Sports Ministry for accepting that Delta state should host the 21st National Sports Festival.
