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Requiem for Edo Sport, by Patrick Omorodion


Published on 2024-12-07 20:05:15 - Vanguard
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  • The Latin expression, 'Requiem aeternum dona eis, translated in Eng- lish means, "Eternal rest grant to them." That is the song I have this second Sunday of December, exactly 17 days to Christmas for my dear Edo State which once had a collosus,

The article "Requiem for Edo Sport" by Patrick Omorodion, published in Vanguard Nigeria, discusses the decline of sports in Edo State, Nigeria. It highlights the historical significance of Edo State in producing notable athletes like Sunday Bada, Ese Brume, and others who have excelled internationally. However, the article laments the current state of sports infrastructure and development in the region, pointing out the neglect and lack of investment in sports facilities, the absence of grassroots sports programs, and the failure of successive governments to prioritize sports development. Omorodion criticizes the political leadership for not leveraging sports for youth engagement and development, leading to a decline in the state's sports legacy. He calls for a revival of sports in Edo State through better funding, infrastructure development, and a renewed focus on nurturing young talent to restore its past glory in sports.

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