By Kennedy Onwunali
All injured athletes at the ongoing Niger Delta Games in Benin City have been treated and discharged, the Head of the Medical Committee, Dr. Richard Alabi, has confirmed.
Speaking at a press briefing organized by Dunamis Icon on Tuesday, Dr. Alabi disclosed that only two athletes sustained injuries serious enough to require hospital attention.
The affected players were promptly taken to the hospital, received adequate medical care, and have since returned to their respective state teams.
He explained that aside from the two cases, other minor injuries were treated immediately at the venues by on-ground medical teams.
Dr. Alabi assured stakeholders that the two athletes who were hospitalized have fully recovered and rejoined their teams, emphasizing that the medical unit remains fully prepared to handle any emergencies throughout the competition.
The 2nd Niger Delta Games, tagged “Beyond Oil: Harnessing Talent”, continue to draw young athletes from the nine states of the Niger Delta, with sporting action ongoing across multiple venues in the city.
