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12th CNS Swimming Championships Kick Off in Asaba with Thrilling Performances
By Joel Ajayi
The 12th edition of the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) Swimming Championships began in Asaba with an exciting display of talent, determination, and national pride, as young swimmers from across Nigeria took to the pool for the prestigious competition.
Day One featured standout performances across several categories including the 50m breaststroke, 50m freestyle, 400m freestyle, 200m freestyle, and the 4x100m mixed freestyle relay.
In the Girls 13–15 50m Breaststroke, Ibidapo Oluwatofunmi claimed gold with a time of 38.41 seconds, edging out Lucky Aiyemi (38.96) and Ebigide Success (41.03). The Boys category saw Megbodo Teminijesu dominate with 33.64 seconds, followed by Tissa Precious (35.28) and Joshua Opute (33.64, tied).
In the 50m Freestyle (Girls 12 & Under), Osogbo Mirabel came out on top in 35.09 seconds, trailed by Momodu Farida (35.81) and Adanna Okoli (44.84).
The Girls 400m Freestyle (13–15) was a repeat triumph for Oluwatofunmi, clocking 5:33.90. Gift Obodo (6:10.65) and New Year Gift (6:12.75) completed the podium.
In the Men’s Senior 200m Freestyle, Clinton Opute (Delta State) won with 2:07.15, ahead of Seleakpobo Israel (Navy) at 2:08.67 and Alfred Gisekeme (Bayelsa) at 2:09.65.
The day ended with a thrilling 4x100m Mixed Freestyle Relay (Juniors, 15 & Under), where Jimi Osinowo’s team clinched victory with a time of 4:40.11. Delta State and Team Edo followed in 4:41.81 and 4:47.18, respectively.
The opening day was met with roaring cheers from spectators, family members, and supporters, setting the stage for more action-packed days at the championship
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Niger Delta Games Organisers Mourn Senator Ewhrudjakpo, Condole Bayelsa Govt
Organisers of the Niger Delta Games, Dunamis-Icon, have commiserated with the government and people of Bayelsa State on the demise of the Deputy Governor, Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo.
In a condolence message signed by the Managing Consultant, Sir Itiako Ikpokpo KSM, and physically delivered by its Project Director, Mr Fred Edoreh, through the State Commissioner for Sports, Hon Daniel Igali, at the Yenogoa Sports complex on Wednesday, December 17, Ikpokpo stated that the demise of the Deputy Governor is not only a loss to his immediate family and the government of Bayelsa State, but to the Niger Delta and nationwide sports.
“We are well aware of his contributions to nation building, not only as a former Senator and Deputy Governor, but also as a notable figure in the development and promotion of sports in the Niger Delta region and at the national level,” Ikpokpo stated.
“His passage is therefore a huge loss, not only to the government and people of Bayelsa State, but also to the sports family, nationwide.
“As Project Consultants of the Niger Delta Games, the management and staff of Dunamis-Icon Limited share in your grief and wish to convey our heartfelt condolences to you and all Bayelsans.
“We pray that God grant you the fortitude to bear this great loss.”
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