By Paul Joseph
The 20th edition of the Nigeria Oil and Gas Industry Games has captivated fans with thrilling swimming competitions in Abuja, where NNPC’s Joy Eromonsele and Stanley Turkey clinched Gold in the finals.
In the Swimming Sports, Joy Eromonsele showcased an outstanding performance in the women’s category, while Stanley Turkey excelled in the men’s category, surpassing their rivals from the NCDMD team, including defeating Favour Parke in the women’s division.
Other teams that excelled in the swimming finals included the Nigerian Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) team, the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority (NMDPRA), and the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC).
Commonly referred to as NOGIG, the third day of the event concluded a swimming competitive showdown among four teams.
This event marks the third day of a week filled with intense competition, networking, and a renewed sense of camaraderie within various industries.
During the opening ceremony, Engr. Sulaiman Sulaiman, Chairman of the Local Organising Committee, praised the swimming events as a successful competition, emphasizing that all participants in the swimming races are champions.
He highlighted that the finals reflect the overarching goal of the entire 2026 championship, serving as a powerful platform to foster unity, teamwork, and wellness within the industry, especially at a time when collaboration is vital for sector growth.
He commended the athletes for maintaining a peaceful atmosphere during the swimming finals and encouraged others competing in the remaining events to follow their example by upholding peace and adhering to the rules with discipline.
Joy Eromonsele, who secured the Gold medal for the NNPC team, expressed her excitement about winning the trophy. She extended her gratitude to her coaches, fans, and loved ones, promising more victories in the future.
“I am very happy to have won the gold medal, which I didn’t expect. This is my first time competing in such a championship,” she stated.
Male gold medalist Stanley Turkey also shared his joy, describing the experience as overwhelming and thanking the organizers for a well-executed championship.
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