The Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, has formally received a delegation of decorated police athletes and sporting heroes who have flown the flag of the Command and the Nigeria Police Force high in national and international sporting arenas.
Leading the roll of honor was DSP Oluwatoyin Akogun. O., who earned Second Place in the 30m Barebow Archery category at a prestigious West African international tournament — marking a historic milestone for the Command’s archery representation and proudly standing as an ambassador of the #AKOGAA Archery Academy.
In his remarks, the CP also warmly received and celebrated the athletes who clinched medals at the just-concluded 2025 National Sports Festival in Ogun State, including:
Inspector Egbe Ẹkun – National Gold Medalist in Scrabble and Police Games
Corporal Faith Adeyemi – Gold Medalist at both the Police Games and National Sports Festival.
Inspector Ededjor Rita – Dual Gold Medalist at the Police Games and National Festival
Inspector. Osazee Julius–Gold Medalist at both the Police Games and Kada Unity Cup 2025
Inspector. Oladosu Muniru –Gold Medalist at both the Kada Unity Cup 2025 and Police Games
ASP. Bryan Monday – Gold Medalist and Award Winner for “Man of the Match” at the 2025 Kada Unity Cup🏆
Police Constable Kelvin Ebhomienlen – Gold Medalist and Award Winner for “Highest Goal Scorer” at the 2025 Kada Unity Cup 🏆
ASP Edward Mercy, Inspector Agho Richard, Inspector Iguma Mathew, Corporal Ugome Ugochukwu Gladys, Police Constable Omoh Isaiah, Police Constable Iyere Lucky, Police Constable Inegbeniosun God’sgift, Inspector Agabi James, and Corporal Steven Aghaku— all distinguished medalists in their respective sporting events, alongside other outstanding athletes.
The Commissioner praised their unwavering commitment and discipline, urging them to continue their efforts:
“You have not only made yourselves proud but have also lifted the image of the Nigeria Police Force and our dear country. The Force stands behind you with full support. Train harder, aim higher.”
In a moment of special reflection, the CP recalled with pride the victory of the Nigeria Police Machine Football Club (Edo Command), who earlier this year successfully defended their title as Champions of the Military and Paramilitary Unity Cup, a significant achievement that added to the Command’s sporting glory.
> “It should be recalled that our football team – the Nigeria Police Machine FC – proudly defended their crown in the Unity Cup this year. Their excellence represents the power of discipline, teamwork, and effective leadership within our ranks.”
All of these remarkable achievements, he emphasized, were made possible under the tactical coordination and expert mentorship of DSP Akogun A. Abimbola, the Command Sports Officer, whom he praised as a pillar of sporting development in the Force.
> “DSP Akogun A. Abimbola’s wealth of experience, his professionalism, and his dedication to mentoring our officers are second to none. A certified Olympic Sports Manager and a graduate of the International Olympic Committee’s Sports Management Institute, his leadership continues to yield outstanding results for our Command.”
The CP assured the sports unit of his continued support and called on all formations to emulate the Edo Command’s culture of sports excellence and mentorship.
