Team Bayelsa has made an explosive start at the 2024 National Sports Festival (Gateway Games) in Abeokuta, Ogun State, racking up an impressive 17 medals on the opening day!
The Prosperity State secured 12 gold, 4 silver, and 1 bronze, showcasing strength and dominance across multiple events.
Medal Breakdown
🏋️♂️ Weightlifting: 6 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze
🥋 Kung-Fu: 6 gold, 2 silver
Meanwhile, Haruna Habibat has powered her way into the final of the individual female Poomsae event in Taekwondo, keeping Bayelsa’s medal hopes alive.
With a fiery start, Bayelsa athletes are proving their mettle—setting the stage for more podium finishes as the festival unfolds! 🏅🔥🇳🇬
