Nigeria, May 19 -- In a dazzling display of culture, unity, and athletic pride, Ogun State officially flagged off the 22nd edition of the National Sports Festival on Sunday inside the refurbished MKO Abiola Sports Complex, Abeokuta.

The opening ceremony, themed "Gateway Games 2024," captivated a crowd of over 10,000 spectators offering a spectacle that reflected the spirit and diversity of Nigeria.

Vice President Kashim Shettima, representing President Bola Tinubu, declared the festival open, marking the start of what is poised to be one of the most expansive editions in the festival's 52-year history.

The opening ceremony was a brilliant fusion of culture and sport, painting a picture of Ogun State's hospitality and national unity thr...