(http://fmi.gov.ng/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/coat-of-arms2.gif) The Minister of Sports, Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi has commended the Government of Edo State for the wonderful work they have done in rural development.
Mr. Abdullahi made this commendation after the Okpekpe road race, which was held recently in Okpekpe, Edo State.
He expressed delight with the outcome of the race which featured athletes from within and outside the country.
He said, "I must commend you for the sincere energy and also for the vision of this event. We will continue to cherish the connection you have brought between rural development and sports and that falls squarely within our mission for mass participation in sports. I will continue to argue that it is for medals or for podium success or global excellence".
At the end of the competition Kenya's Moses Mosai returned the time of 29.39 seconds to win the 10,000 dollars first prize.
Timothy Troitich of Uganda came second with 29.44 seconds while Yusuf Biwoth of Kenya came third with 29.50 seconds.
Lawrence Osheku came first in the Nigerian runners category to win the N100,000 at stake, Moses Edetanien was second to win N75,000 while Victor Yimlang settled for the third position winning N50,000.
Governor Adams Oshiomhole of Edo State who also participated in the race alongside the Minister of sports, Mr. Bolaji Abdullahi and other VIPs including top Nollywood actors came 131st with a time of 59 minutes 3 seconds.
The Governor was advised by the organizers to run in the 2.5km VIPs race instead, he ran the whole length of the 10,000 meter to the astonishment of everyone.
Via: Federal Ministry of Information (FMI) Nigeria