Lafia: The Federal Ministry of Education (FME) has emerged as the overall winner of the 5th edition of the Federal Education Sector Games (FEDUGAM 2025), which concluded on Saturday in Lafia, Nasarawa State. FME led the medal tally with 19 gold, 18 silver, and eight bronze medals.
According to News Agency of Nigeria, the National Examinations Council (NECO) secured the position of first runner-up with 13 gold, 17 silver, and 17 bronze medals. The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) followed as the second runner-up, achieving three gold, three silver, and five bronze medals.
During the event’s closing ceremony, the Minister of Education, Dr. Tunji Alausa, emphasized the games’ significance as a platform for promoting unity, synergy, friendship, and camaraderie among the ministry’s agencies and their state counterparts. Represented by Prof. Ibrahim Ogiri-Hassan from the Federal University of Lafia, Alausa highlighted the event’s role in enhancing the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of participants.
He expressed appreciation for the hospitality provided by the Nasarawa State Government and the conducive environment created for the 2025 games, describing them as ‘memorable.’ Alausa also acknowledged the Federal University of Lafia for offering its facilities, which facilitated the smooth conduct of activities.
Addressing the athletes, contingents, and officials from participating agencies, Alausa commended their dedication, discipline, sportsmanship, and unwavering spirit. He congratulated the medal winners for their hard work and perseverance, encouraging all participants to view themselves as victors due to their courage, teamwork, and commitment.
Nasarawa State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Yakubu Kwanta, represented by Helen Madaki, Director of Administration and Supply, expressed gratitude to the organisers for selecting the state as host. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing sports development at all levels.
In his closing remarks, FEDUGAM Chairman, Dr. Saeed Yusuf, represented by the Deputy Chairman, Mr. Olapade Suleiman, expressed gratitude for the successful conduct of the games. Yusuf praised the Minister of Education for prioritizing sports development within the ministry and providing the necessary resources and environment for staff to display their talents.
He also commended the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Abel Olumuyiwa-Enitan, for his encouragement and lauded the Main Organising Committee (MOC), Local Organising Committee (LOC), and FEDUGAM consultant for their dedication and teamwork.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that 22 agencies competed in 13 events during the week-long games. The sixth edition of FEDUGAM is scheduled to be hosted by Edo in 2026.
