Sanwo-Olu congratulates Team Lagos on winning 9th National Youth Games

9th National Youth Games

Lagos state's contingent to the 9th National Youth Games

By John Ogunsemore

The Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has congratulated Team Lagos for topping the medals table at the 9th National Youth Games.

The games, hosted by Delta State, ended on Saturday.

Lagos clinched 110 medals, including 52 golds, 32 silvers, and 26 bronzes, to win the games.

In a statement shared on social media, Sanwo-Olu expressed delight and congratulated the state’s athletes over the feat.

He said, “I am immensely proud of Team Lagos for their outstanding performance at the 9th National Youth Games in Asaba, where they finished first on the medals table with a total of 110 medals; 52 gold medals 32 silver and 26 bronze.

“Our young athletes, together with their coaches and the Lagos State Sports Commission, have made history and demonstrated the strength of Lagos in sports.

“In the coming days, I look forward to hosting the team to celebrate this remarkable achievement.

“Congratulations, Team Lagos. We are very proud of you all.”

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