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Orerokpe Road Race: Inspiring Youths Through Sports in Delta State

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 Orerokpe Road Race: Inspiring Youths Through Sports in Delta State   The serene streets of Orerokpe in Okpe Kingdom, Warri, Delta State, came alive with energy and excitement as the inaugural Orerokpe Road Race took center stage. Organized by Dr. Chris Ovie, the 10-kilometer marathon drew athletes from Edo and Delta State, all eager to showcase their endurance and determination.   The male category saw a thrilling competition, with Embah Godspower emerging victorious in a time of 47:20.52. Close on his heels was Obakanrhe Fega, who secured second place with a finish time of 48:20.06, while Chukwueweniwe Olisa Emmanuel completed the podium in 48:24.42.   In the female category, Olumide Elizabeth Titi claimed the top spot with an impressive time of 50:06.55. Chukwuma Faith followed in second place, clocking in at 51:10.00, while Abu Ruth secured third place in 51:44.52.   Winners in both categories were rewarded handsomely, with prizes of ₦100...

Coach Kayode Yaya: Shares His Remarkable Journey of Passion, Perseverance, and Athletics Purpose

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 Coach Kayode Yaya: Shares His Remarkable Journey of Passion, Perseverance, and Athletics Purpose   Coach Kayode Yaya’s story is one of resilience, passion, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. As a coach who guided Ese Brume to an Olympic medal, his remarkable journey from a starry-eyed young boy inspired by Carl Lewis to a mentor shaping future champions is both inspiring and transformative.   Early Days: The Spark of a Dream  Coach Yaya’s love for athletics was ignited while watching the Los Angeles 1984 and Seoul 1988 Olympics. Though young, these moments planted a seed in him. “I thought I would love to race like that and be the fastest man in the world,” he recalls. His natural talent quickly set him apart, earning recognition even in his early physical education classes. Teachers marveled at his speed, and he consistently outpaced his peers, eventually running with older, more experienced athletes.   One of his earliest inspirations ...