By Osaigbovo Iguobaro
The Edo State Government has handed over the sum of $10,000 to its Ambassador and sprinter, Enoch Adegoke to aid his preparation for the Tokyo Olympic Games in Japan.
In a webinar meeting with stakeholders on Monday, the Deputy Governor Comrade Philip Shaibu, who stood in for Governor Godwin Obaseki, said the money was given to the sprinter, Edo Athlete to ensure there were no distractions in his preparation.
Shaibu assured that the state government would continue to support Adegoke in his future outings.
He said: “You can see how proud we are to identify with you. The funds we have approved for you is to ensure that your preparation does not suffer any distractions so that you can win a medal at the games.
“I can recall how hard you train to qualify for the Games. You were dedicated to your craft and the whole Edo erupted in jubilation when you made the time that qualified you for the Olympics. You are indeed a worthy ambassador.
“We wish you well at the Games, which we believe will be a springboard for you. We want you to be level-headed, follow the rules and be clean (free from drug use). As a state government, we will continue to encourage you to give your best at all times. We are convinced that you will come home with a medal and you will get the needed luck on race days.”
