Nigeria, May 24 -- The paddles are out, the tables ready, and anticipation is in the air as the table tennis event at the 22nd National Sports Festival-Gateway Games 2024-gets underway today (Saturday) at the Alake Sports Complex in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Featuring a mix of local regulars and returning international players, this year's competition has drawn attention for its broad participation and competitive matchups.

Representing Team Bayelsa are notable names like Olajide Omotayo, Azeez Solanke, and Taiwo Mati.

They will be joined by experienced home-based players including Matthew Kuti, Muiz Adegoke, and Abdulbasit Abdulfatai, who are representing other states.

Together, they bring a strong blend of international exposure and loc...