President Muhammadu Buhari has flagged off the Torch of Unity movement signifying the commencement of the 21st National Sports Festival (NSF), tagged “Delta 2022”.

At the ceremony which took place Tuesday at the Presidential Villa Abuja, the President expressed his delight over the forthcoming Festival, which he described as the engine room for producing great champions that will represent the country at International Competitions.

He stated that all outstanding stars that have written the name of the country in gold were born out of the National Sports Festival, which shows the resources the government is investing in sporting activities are not a waste.

Represented by the Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo, the President commended the Main Organizing Committee, MON, as well as the Local Organizing Committee, LOC, for their commitment and doggedness towards ensuring the successful hosting of the games.

While reiterating his administration’s commitment to the development of sports in the country, he explained sports has remained a unifying platform for Nigerians and the government will continue to invest in it.

President Buhari commended the Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, the Nigerian Olympic Committee, led by Habu Gumel and the athletes for their outstanding performance at the Games.