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President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday in Abuja inaugurated the Torch of Unity Movement for the 22nd National Sports Festival—the Gateway Games—which will be held in Ogun State from May 16 to 30, 2025.
He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting and providing an enabling environment for sports development.
At the brief ceremony held at the forecourt of the State House, Abuja, Tinubu described sports as a unifying force and a catalyst for youth engagement, national cohesion, and economic growth.
The President called on the public and private sectors to actively contribute to Nigerian sports development, particularly in infrastructure expansion, talent identification, athlete nurturing and sponsorship of sporting events.
He stressed that enhanced collaboration is essential for advancing the nation’s sporting potential and ensuring that Nigeria remains a dominant force in global sports.
Tinubu described sports as a unifying force and a catalyst for youth engagement, national cohesion and economic growth. He said the Torch of Unity symbolised peace, strength and solidarity.
The torch will herald the festival by travelling through all 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
