Delta State governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, said Wednesday that the National Youth Games should be a veritable discovery ground for Olympics athletes that will represent the country.
Governor Oborevwori who was speaking after an inspection tour of facilities at the Stephen Keshi Stadium and other venues in Asaba emphasised that the NYG is meant to produce young future athletes.
“There is good result from hosting these games because, you can see this last Olympics in Paris, Favour Ofili a product of this games did very well even though she did not win a medal.
“So, in this year’s games, we are looking for a talents better than Ofili. I assure our people that this year will be better than last year,” said governor Oborevwori.
The Governor, who inspected the swimming pool, shooting range and other facilities at the Indoor Sports Hall, was conducted round by Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, LOC, Chief Solomon Ogba, and top officials of the State Sports Commission.
About 5,776 athletes from 29 states have arrived and registered for the games ahead of Thursday’s opening ceremony.
“We are ready for hosting of the National Youth Games,” Hon. Oborevwori added.
“You know, tomorrow is the opening ceremony. As at this morning, 29 states have arrived and 5,776 athletes have been registered already.”