Young Swimmers Excel at 2nd Pan-African School Games

The 2nd Pan-African School Games commenced on October 16 at the Olympic-size pool of James Hope College in Lekki, featuring young swimmers aged 11 to 15 competing in Under-11, Under-13, and Under-15 categories. The event, organized by Seun Akinbohun, Busola Tejumola, and Aderoju Ope-Ajayi, attracted more than 11 schools and a large crowd of parents and guardians.

Ope-Ajayi stated that the games aim to create meaningful opportunities for youth through sports, despite financial challenges. She emphasized the importance of the event being scheduled during the students' half-term break to avoid academic conflicts.

The competition seeks to instill discipline, resilience, and sportsmanship among participants. Regina Jemide, CEO of Riverbank School, commended the organizers for enhancing the inaugural edition and providing a platform for students to showcase their abilities.

The tournament has been rebranded from the African School Games to the Pan-African School Games to reflect its broader vision.