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Enugu State Government says it is ready and committed towards hosting a successful 2026, Coal City Games.
Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Enugu State, Barr. Lloyd Ikechukwu Ekweremadu, who gave the assurance, during a meeting of Directors and Heads of Departments in his Ministry, stressed Gov. Mbah’s commitment towards refurbishing Nnamdi Azikiwe Stadium, construction of brand new Awgu Games Village and other sports facilities in the state to meet international standards.
He pointed out that facilities such as Enugu Sports Club, 82 Division, Squash Court, will be revamped, while International Conference Centre and various accommodation, venues will be ready by 2026.
Ekweremadu allayed fears that the state will not conclude the revamping and renovation of sports facilities before the end of 2026.
In his words, “Enugu State will put up good performance during the festival, as most elite Enugu State athletes, all over the world have indicated interest to participate in the festival.”
He further pointed out other successes of his Ministry to include: the successful hosting of the 1st internationally accredited, Enugu City International Marathon, in May, this year, in which runners from Kenya, Ethiopia, Cameroun, Uganda and other elite athletes participated, as well as applauded Governor Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah.
Others are: Secondary Schools Games in August, this year which empowered 1020 youths and 102 businesses among others.
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