Sanwo-Olu commends athletes, pledges continued support for championship

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has promised continuous support for the Valuejet Para Table Tennis Open Championship, which ended at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall of the Teslim Balogun Stadium at the weekend.

Speaking at the end of the final game, Sanwo-Olu, who praised the athletes for their remarkable performances, assured the tournament organisers and participants that Lagos will also be part of the event.

He said: “Our athletes continue to break boundaries, proving that physical limitations cannot constrain the boundless potential within each individual. This tournament is not only a celebration of skill and competition, but also an inspiring reminder of the strength, resilience, and courage that define our athletes.

“This event has given our athletes the unique opportunity to highlight their God-given talents, raise their rankings, and compete with their peers from across Africa and beyond. We are fortunate to have the recognition and support of esteemed organisations like the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF), and the Africa Table Tennis Federation. Their endorsement has elevated the standards of this tournament, laid a strong foundation for continued growth, and increased participation. We are deeply grateful for their collaboration, which brings prestige and amplifies our collective efforts here in Lagos.”

On the final day of the competition, Nigeria and Iraq battled ferociously for laurels, claiming six gold medals apiece to come out tops in the event.

The ITTF Factor 20 tournament, held from November 7 to 9, featured competitors from the United Kingdom, Iraq, Iran, Cameroon, Togo, Benin Republic, Côte d’Ivoire, and Nigeria, participating in both singles and doubles events.

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