
Team Oyo has officially embarked on their journey to Asaba, Delta State, for the 7th edition of the National Youth Games, tagged “Asaba 2025”.
Before their departure from the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan, the Oyo State Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Honourable Wasilat Adegoke, charged the athletes to remain focused, determined, and committed to making the state proud.
She urged the contingent to go for gold medals, stressing that the government and people of Oyo State are fully behind them. The Commissioner assured the athletes of the state’s continuous support and encouraged them to stay positive and uphold the spirit of excellence and sportsmanship throughout the competition.
Hon. Adegoke further prayed for their safe trip, wishing them journey mercies as they headed to Delta State, and expressed confidence that Team Oyo will return with an impressive medal haul.
The National Youth Games will take place in Asaba from August 26th to September 6th, 2025, bringing together young athletes from across the country in the spirit of unity, talent discovery, and sports development.