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By Aderonke Ojo

The Nigeria Police Force on Tuesday emerged overall winner of the 6th edition of the One Service One Medal (OSOM) Games in Abuja, securing 43 gold, 38 silver, and 34 bronze medals.

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) finished as runners-up with 30 gold, 24 silver, and 25 bronze medals, while the Nigeria Army came third with 15 gold, 34 silver, and 31 bronze medals.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award went to CPL Dorcas Eworo of the Nigeria Police Force, who clinched nine gold and one silver medal.

The Chairman, National Sports Commission (NSC), Malam Shehu Dikko while declaring the Games closed at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja commended the organisation of the event.

He stated that the event had undoubtedly surpassed expectations with some records broken.

“With our technical team on the ground monitoring performances, we have witnessed athletes shatter national and international records.

“It’s exciting to see them push their limits, and it’s likely that many will achieve their personal bests.

“If we continue to nurture and support these athletes over the next six months or year, the possibilities are endless,” he said.

Dikko said that the impact of the Games was already evident, with a significant number of participants demonstrating enthusiasm and dedication.

“This event has successfully achieved both its social and sporting objectives,” he added

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the OSOM Games bring together all service agencies—both military and paramilitary—to compete in a fair and competitive atmosphere.

The Games which began on April 24 ended on Tuesday with a colourful closing ceremony graced by sports stakeholders, military and para-military officials

The Games aim to strengthen inter-agency relationships among the Police, Military, and Paramilitary agencies in Nigeria to enhance service delivery through sports

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