Ogun intensifies readiness to host National Sports Festival

Ogun State Government has intensified readiness for the upcoming Gateway Games OGUN 2024, the National Sports Festival set to hold from May 16th to May 30th, 2025.

In a statement released by the State Government, Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun, expressed deep admiration for the discipline and commitment shown by Team Ogun athletes in the buildup to the Games.
With just days to go, the atmosphere across the state is charged with excitement and pride as athletes intensify their training for what promises to be a landmark sporting event.

According to him, “This is more than just a sporting event,” the Governor stated. “Gateway Games OGUN 2024 is our opportunity to showcase extraordinary talent, resilience, and excellence that Ogun State is known for.”
The Governor said Ogun State is not only prepared to host a successful festival but is poised to raise the bar in terms of organisation, participation, and overall impact.

“We are setting a new benchmark with strategic investments in sports infrastructure and youth development. Our athletes are the embodiment of vision, dedication, and the enduring spirit of our people,” he said.

The Gateway Games OGUN 2024 is expected to bring together athletes from across Nigeria in a celebration of unity, competition, and cultural pride.
The State Government has assured stakeholders of a seamless and memorable experience for participants, spectators, and officials.

“As a people, we stand solidly behind our athletes,” Governor Abiodun added. “We believe in their potential, and together, Ogun State will not only host a successful festival—we will shine as champions on and off the field.”

The National Sports Festival, popularly referred to as Nigeria’s “Olympics,” is being hosted by Ogun State for the first time in over a decade and is anticipated to leave a lasting legacy on the State’s sporting landscape.