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Fagite, who addressed the contingent on arrival, advised them to see the tournament as an avenue to make a name for themselves and make Ondo State people proud.

“The support from our governor must be commended; he is a sports-loving man who knows where the shoe pinches, and we shall make him proud at the end of the tournament,” Fagite said.

Before they departed Akure, the Ondo State capital, the Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Saka Yusuf-Ogunleye, also advised them to be good ambassadors of the state.

“I believe you are well prepared for the event in Asaba. Please go there and exhibit your talent and win medals; remember to be good ambassadors of our Sunshine State. God will go with you, be with you during your stay, and will lead you back home safe with medals.”

The opening ceremony of the youth games is billed for Wednesday (today) at the main bowl of the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.

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