Nigeria, May 29 -- Delta State has once again cemented its status as Nigeria's sporting powerhouse, emerging champions of the National Sports Festival for the fifth consecutive time.

The triumph was officially announced by Bukola Olopade, chairperson of the Main Organising Committee for the Gateway Games 2024, during Thursday's closing ceremony in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Although the final medal tally has yet to be released due to the pending conclusion of the Table Tennis event, Delta State had already secured a commanding lead, making its overall victory indisputable.

With a commanding lead of 122 gold, 96 silver, and 105 bronze medals (totaling 323), Delta's dominance remained unchallenged.

The state's consistent success reflects yea...