Edo State Sports Commission

We share in your grief and pray that God grants the family strength to bear this loss and grants her soul eternal rest.

The Edo State Sports Commission Chairman, management, and staff extend heartfelt condolences to the Deputy Governor of Edo State, Rt. Hon. Dennis Idahosa, and his family on the passing of his beloved mother, Madam Esther Imaguomwanruo Idahosa, at the age of 95.

On behalf of the Edo State Sports Commission (ESSC), I congratulate our Muslim brothers and sisters on the occasion of Eid el-Fitr celebration, May this joyous occasion bring peace, unity, and prosperity to your families,Edo State and to our nation Nigeria. #essc #Edosports

This victory is a testament to hard work, preparation, resilience, and our commitment to grassroots sports development. Edo has spoken. Edo has delivered. 💪🏾🔥 #NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026 #BeyondOil #TeamEdo #Champions

Champions of the Niger Delta Games! Team Edo finishes strong at the top of the medals table after Day 6 with an incredible 102 medals — 50 Gold 🥇, 30 Silver 🥈, and 22 Bronze 🥉. sports development. Edo has spoken. Edo has delivered. 💪🏾🔥 #NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026

Para Weightlifting Medal Presentation Strength beyond limits. Determination beyond barriers. Celebrating our incredible para athletes whose resilience and power continue to inspire us all. True champions on and off the platform! #NDDCGames #Edo2026 #BeyondOil #TeamEdo

Medal Standings | After Day 4 Edo tops the table with 47 medals (22 Gold, 12 Silver, 13 Bronze) as the Niger Delta Games progress. The Games continue to serve as a breeding ground for athletes, reinforcing our commitment to grassroots development. #NigerDeltaGames2026

Gold Medal Update Muritala Usman wins Gold for Edo in the 70kg Traditional Wrestling event, defeating his Bayelsa opponent in a keenly contested final. Team Edo records a total of 7 gold medals today — 6 from Weightlifting and 1 from Traditional Wrestling. #2ndNDGs #Edo2026

The Executive Chairman, Amadin Enabulele, commends Team Edo’s outstanding swimming performance at the Niger Delta Games. With excellent preparation and determination, Team Edo is set to finish strong on the medals table. #NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026 #BeyondOil

Women’s Basketball Update 🏀 Team Edo defeats Delta 20–18 to advance to the quarterfinal stage. In their opening game, Edo recorded an emphatic 47–6 win over Abia, showcasing strength and tactical discipline. Well done to the team as they progress in the competition. #2ndNDG

Athletics Update | 800m Men’s Final 🏅 Solomon Okundaye wins Gold for Edo with an impressive time of 1:56.34. 🥇 Another strong showing for Team Edo as the 2nd Niger Delta Games continue. #2ndNDGs #Edo2026 #BeyondOil

Swimming Update | 2nd Niger Delta Games Edo records a dominant outing in the pool, winning 6 gold medals out of 9 events held today. An exceptional display of preparation, talent and determination from our swimming team. #Edo2026 #BeyondOil #NigerDeltaGames #EdoStateSports

Hammer Throw Final (Men) | Niger Delta Games 2026 🎯 Edo’s Emmanuel Shakamomodu wins Gold on home soil. 🥇 A strong and competitive contest showcasing power, precision and excellence in athletics. #NigerDeltaGames2026 #Edo2026 #Athletics

Day Two | Niger Delta Games | Edo 2026 🏅 Highlights from another exciting day of competition across various venues in Benin City. Athletes continue to showcase discipline, determination, and sporting excellence as the Games progress. #NigerDeltaGames #Edo2026

Day Two | Niger Delta Games | Edo 2026 🏅 Highlights from another exciting day of competition across various venues in Benin City. Athletes continue to showcase discipline, determination, and sporting excellence as the Games progress. #NigerDeltaGames #Edo2026

Para powerlifting event: Obarisiuwa Emmanuel Wins the second Gold for Team Edo Obarisiuwa Emmanuel has won gold for Team Edo in the 54kg men’s Para powerlifting event after powering 125kg to beat his opponents at the ongoing Niger Delta Games, Edo 2026. #2nd NDGs #beyonoil

Gold 🥇 alert! Emmanuel Chakamumudu Audu strikes Gold for Edo in shot put (men) after a distant throw of 17.37M. # 2nd NDGs #Beyondoil

A colourful display of culture, unity and sporting excellence at the opening ceremony of the 2nd Niger Delta Games – Edo 2026. Memories that will last a lifetime. #NDGEdo2026 #Edo2026 #BeyondOilHarnessingTalents #NigerDeltaGames

Athletes compete across multiple team events as the excitement grows in Edo. We stay committed to excellence. #NDG2026 #EdoSports #NigerDeltaGamesAthletes

Day 2 of the Niger Delta Games | Edo 2026 is underway. Team competitions continue across football, basketball, volleyball and more. Edo remains focused and ready. #NDG2026 #EdoStateSportsCommission #TeamEdo