Yaba College of Technology (YABATECH) hauled 44 medals to emerge as the second at the just concluded 22nd Nigerian Polytechnic Games (NIPOGA) themed “Ijakadi 2024”,held at Federal Polytechnic Offa in Kwara State.
The college’s contingent delivered a remarkable performance throughout the tournament, securing an impressive total of 15 gold, 9 silver, and 20 bronze medals.
The latest edition of the games featured intense contests in athletics, football, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, swimming, and many other sports disciplines.
The College’s athletes distinguished themselves with outstanding displays of skills, discipline, and determination, earning admiration from spectators and competitors alike.
According to a statement, the feat affirms its position as a leading polytechnic in Nigeria, both in academics and sports.
Speaking on the College’s performance, the rector, Dr. Engr Ibraheem Abdul expressed deep pride and congratulated the entire team for their resilience, focus, and sportsmanship throughout the competition.
He reaffirmed its commitment to investing in sports development as part of its vision to produce graduates who are not only worthy in character and learning but physically fit in sports to represent the nation in global competitions.
“The games aimed to foster friendship and unity among polytechnic students from across the country and to identify talent and promote sports participation at an international level,” Dr. Abdul reiterated .