A group of young athletes, aged between 10 and 20, participating in the National Youth Games (NYG) in Delta State, Nigeria, have raised concerns over what they describe as subpar living conditions at their camp. The athletes have accused the Chairman of the State Sports Commission, Tonobok Okowa, and other commission officials of neglecting their welfare, leading to protests highlighting issues such as inadequate food, water supply, electricity, and overall hygiene.
The plight of the Athletes:
The young athletes, who are preparing to compete in the NYG, allege that they have been subjected to poor living conditions since their arrival at the camp. They claim that the food provided to them has been of low quality, with instances of sour meals and inadequate portions. In addition, they report that the food is often served in damaged, disposable plates, adding to their dissatisfaction. The athletes also bemoan the lack of access to clean drinking water, forcing them to carry heavy buckets from higher floors to obtain water from an outdoor tank.
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Another major issue raised by the athletes is the inconsistent supply of electricity. They claim that the camp frequently experiences power outages, leaving them in darkness from 8:00 PM until the following day. This lack of electricity affects their ability to prepare and train effectively for the upcoming games.
Lack of Concern from Officials:
Adding to their grievances, the athletes feel that the commission officials have shown little concern for their well-being. They assert that there has been minimal interaction between the athletes and the officials, leading to a sense of neglect and frustration.
In response to these allegations, Tonobok Okowa, the Chairman of the Delta Sports Commission, indicated that he was in a press conference and unavailable for comment. However, the head of the media and publicity committee, Moses Etu, refuted the athletes’ claims, stating that no complaints had been received from the camps. Nevertheless, he assured that they would visit the camps to assess the situation.
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