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Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele Represents Nigeria at Opening of 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh

Ogun State Deputy Governor joins Nigerian delegation as the Games unite over 50 nations, celebrating sportsmanship, unity, and global collaboration.

Funmi Adewoju SuleoduNovember 8, 20251 Mins read

The Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, joined dignitaries from across the globe at the Opening Ceremony of the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, as part of the Nigerian Sports Commission’s delegation.

Speaking at the event, Engr. Salako-Oyedele expressed her delight at witnessing Nigeria’s participation in the prestigious multi-nation sporting event, describing it as “a proud moment for our athletes and our nation.”

She noted that the invitation to attend the Games was a reflection of the growing recognition Ogun State has earned in national sports development, thanks to the visionary leadership of His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON. According to her, the successful hosting of the National Sports Festival and other recent initiatives have positioned Ogun as “a truly sports-loving and sports-driven State.”

The 6th Islamic Solidarity Games bring together athletes from over 50 countries, celebrating unity and friendship through sports beyond religious or cultural boundaries. Engr. Salako-Oyedele added that the event offers another golden opportunity for Team Nigeria to showcase their talent, discipline, and excellence on the international stage.

She expressed optimism that Nigerian athletes would make the country proud, saying, “We are confident that Team Nigeria will compete with passion, excellence, and pride.”

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Funmi Adewoju Suleodu

Olufunmilayo Adewoju Suleodu is a veteran journalist, editor, and publisher with more than three decades of experience in journalism, communications, and public affairs.

She has worked across news media, magazine publishing, communications, development-sector engagements, and digital journalism. She currently publishes SageBits Online and reports on governance, development, business, education, traditional institutions, and public affairs.

She is also an elected officer of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun East Independent Chapel, reflecting her continued engagement with the journalism profession and media development.

Based in Ogun State, she is available for freelance reporting, feature writing, editorial assignments, research, project documentation, and development communications work.

Detailed professional history and references are available upon request.

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Funmi Adewoju Suleodu

Olufunmilayo Adewoju Suleodu is a veteran journalist, editor, and publisher with more than three decades of experience in journalism, communications, and public affairs. She has worked across news media, magazine publishing, communications, development-sector engagements, and digital journalism. She currently publishes SageBits Online and reports on governance, development, business, education, traditional institutions, and public affairs. She is also an elected officer of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ogun East Independent Chapel, reflecting her continued engagement with the journalism profession and media development. Based in Ogun State, she is available for freelance reporting, feature writing, editorial assignments, research, project documentation, and development communications work. Detailed professional history and references are available upon request.