The Gateway Games 2024 in Ogun State unfolded as a vibrant celebration of talent, unity, and excellence — with Hon. Adeyinka Adeboye, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, standing at the heart of it.
In a ceremony filled with pride and promise, Hon. Adeboye joined His Excellency, Governor Dapo Abiodun, and the Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, in presenting medals to some of Nigeria’s most promising young athletes.
His presence was more than ceremonial — it was a strong signal of the federal government’s unwavering commitment to building sports from the ground up.
“This is more than just a medal ceremony,” Hon. Adeboye said at the event. “It is a statement that the future of Nigerian sports lies in our ability to identify, support, and nurture talent right from the grassroots.”
Beyond the Gateway Games, Hon. Adeboye’s passion for youth and community-based sports development has made him a central figure in Nigeria’s sporting evolution.
As the Chairman of the Local Organizing Committee for the 14th Africa Armwrestling Championship set to take place in Abuja, he has emphasized the championship’s role in youth empowerment, economic opportunity, and international exposure.
Under his leadership, grassroots sports are gaining momentum — not just as a pipeline for elite athletes, but as a national strategy for youth engagement, economic development, and national pride.
With Hon. Adeboye’s involvement, the Gateway Games 2024 wasn’t just a sporting event — it was a bold reaffirmation that Nigeria’s future champions are already among us, and they are being seen, celebrated, and supported.
