FEDUGAM 2025: FME emerges overall winner with 19 gold medals
By Isaac Ukpoju
The Federal Ministry of Education (FME) has emerged the overall winner of the 5th edition of the Federal Education Sector Games (FEDUGAM 2025) which ended on Saturday in Lafia, Nasarawa State.
FME topped the medal table with 19 gold, 18 silver, and eight bronze medals.
The National Examinations Council (NECO) finished as first runner-up with 13 gold, 17 silver, and 17 bronze medals, while the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) placed second runner-up, winning three gold, three silver, and five bronze medals.
Speaking at the closing of the event, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, described the games as a platform for fostering unity, synergy, friendship, and camaraderie among agencies of the ministry and their state counterparts.
Represented by Prof. Ibrahim Ogiri-Hassan of the Federal University of Lafia, Alausa highlighted the event’s role in promoting the physical, mental, and spiritual well-being of participants.
He commended the Nasarawa State Government for its hospitality and the enabling environment provided, describing the 2025 games as “memorable.”
He also praised the Federal University of Lafia for making its “world-class facilities” available, which he said was key to the smooth conduct of activities.
“To our athletes, contingents, and officials from participating agencies, we say a big thank you. Your dedication, discipline, sportsmanship, and unwavering spirit have been truly inspiring,” he said.
Alausa congratulated medal winners for their hard work and perseverance, encouraging all participants to see themselves as winners for their courage, teamwork, and commitment.
Also speaking, Nasarawa State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Yakubu Kwanta, represented by Helen Madaki, the Director of Administration and Supply, thanked the organisers for choosing the state as host.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to sports development at all levels.
In his closing remarks, FEDUGAM Chairman, Dr Saeed Yusuf, represented by the Deputy Chairman, Mr Olapade Suleiman, expressed gratitude to God for the successful conduct of the games.
Yusuf commended the Minister of Education for prioritising sports development within the ministry, providing resources and an enabling environment for staff to showcase their talents.
He also lauded the Permanent Secretary, Mr Abel Olumuyiwa-Enitan, for his encouragement, and praised the Main Organising Committee (MOC), Local Organising Committee (LOC), and FEDUGAM consultant for their dedication and teamwork.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that 22 agencies competed in 13 events during the week-long games.
The sixth edition of FEDUGAM will be hosted by Edo in 2026. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Abdulfatai Beki/Joseph Edeh
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