Following the Nigerian athletic team’s remarkable achievement, Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Egbetokun applauded the police athletes for their exceptional performance.
This was subsequent to the event of securing second place overall with an impressive 120 medals at the 13th African Game.
The announcement came via the Force’s social media platforms as conveyed by its spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, who underscored the pride felt throughout Nigeria and within the Police Force due to the athletes’ success.
After the conclusion of 13th African Games held in Ghana from March 8th to March 26th, the Commissioner of Police, Patrick Atayero, representing the IGP, warmly welcomed the police athletes upon their return.
CP Atayero highlighted the significance of sports development initiatives, citing the recently concluded 14th Biennial Police Games (Oluyole 2024) in Ibadan as evidence of the Force’s commitment to nurturing sporting talent.
The notable achievements of police athletes like Inspr. Aisha Adamu, Sgt. Mohammed Inuwa, Sgt. Emmanuel Bala, Sgt. Matthew Deshi, and Corporal Chika Blessing.
“Corporal Nathaniel Samson, Corporal Victor Ikechukwu, Corporal Eweh Emmanuel, Corporal Collins Obi, Corporal Godwin Sunday, and Corporal Emmanuel Ochayi.
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“Corporal Aminu Garba, PC Olayiwola Zainab, PC Mabel David, PC Precious Joel, PC Esther Peter, and Bello Tunde Muiz (Education Officer II) demonstrated exceptional dexterity in arm wrestling, athletics, and badminton, mixed martial arts, swimming, and hockey,” he said.
Their contributions culminated in Nigeria’s impressive medal tally of 1 gold, 2 silver, and 5 bronze medals at the Continental Sports Fiesta.
CP Patrick Atayero expressed gratitude to the team for upholding the commission’s esteemed reputation and serving as an inspiration to fellow officers and aspiring athletes across the nation.
