By our reporter
Akwa Ibom State athlete, Hephzibah Okon, has dedicated her gold medal race to the state governor and other Sports administrators in the state.
Okon won the gold medal in the 800 metres at the 2nd Niger Delta Games in Benin with a time of 2:18 minutes.
“I am really happy to win this gold for Team Akwa Ibom. The support from our State Government, led by our amazing, sports-loving Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, Honourable Commissioner, and sports administrators, has kept us motivated to give our best every day.
“This is why I’m dedicating the gold medal to the governor, sports commissioner, and others involved with sports in the state,” she said.
The medalist has set her sights on representing Nigeria at the senior-level competitions in the near future.
She has also earned an invitation to participate in the National Youth Festival alongside international junior athletes.
“I will continue to do my best to put Akwa Ibom State on the world sporting map”, she pledged.
Hosts Edo State leads on the medals table after events were completed on Day 2 on Sunday. Edo won a total of 15 gold, 6 silver, and is trailed by Delta with 9 gold, 11 silver. Bayelsa is in third place with 8 gold and 2 silver medals.
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