Edo Government Reiterates Commitment To Youth Development, Throws Weight Behind Command Children’s School In Benin

Edo Government Reiterates Commitment To Youth Development, Throws Weight Behind Command Children’s School In Benin

The Edo Government has reaffirmed its commitment to youth development through sports, describing it as a key tool for instilling discipline, resilience and teamwork among young Nigerians. The Edo State Commissioner for Youth Affairs, Hon Charity Amayaenvbo, gave the assurance on Thursday 5 March 2026 during the Command Children School 16th Annual Inter-House Sports Competition held at Headquarters 4 Brigade Nigerian Army sports ground.

The Honourable Commissioner, who was the Special Guest of Honour, commended the Nigerian Army and management of Command Children School for using sports as a platform to build character and leadership among pupils. “Sport competitions like this are not just about winning medals or trophies; they are about discipline, teamwork, courage, resilience and leadership — values that the Nigerian Army represents and values every young person should learn,” he said.

He noted that the performances displayed by the pupils during the competition reflected the importance of teamwork, hard work, and dedication, values the state government wants children to imbibe.The commissioner added that the state government would continue to partner with institutions and organisations promoting youth development through sports and other constructive activities. “Edo State Government is proud to partner with you in youth mobilisation through sports as we continue to mould our children and imbue them with the spirit of discipline and hard work,” he said.

Earlier, the Commander 4 Brigade, Brigadier General Ahmed Balogun, described the inter-house sports competition as a long-standing tradition in command schools aimed at promoting fitness, teamwork and healthy competition among pupils. The Commander said the event aligned with the Chief of Army Staff’s command philosophy, which places strong emphasis on training and capacity development.

“Training and retraining remain a viable tool for enhancing fitness and relevance in any endeavour, especially in the lives of our young children,” he said. He commended the pupils for their dedication and sportsmanship, noting that the competition showcased determination, discipline, and teamwork among the houses. The event featured various track and field activities, including 200m, 100m, and 50m races for senior, junior, and nursery pupils respectively.

At the end of the competition, Green House emerged overall winner, while Purple House came second and Blue House placed third. The Commissioner for Youth Affairs, Charity Amayaenvbo, and Proprietor of Valley Stream British School, Chief Godday Erewa, donated cash prizes to the winners.