Bayelsa State wins as National Para Games ends

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By Samantha Allen

Published: April 16, 2022 | 1:30 PM GMT

Bayelsa State has emerged as the champions of the maiden edition of the National Para Games held in Abuja with 93 medals.

The oil-rich state produced an unequaled record with 31 gold medals, 30 silver medals, and 32 bronze medals at the competition.

Oyo State came second and won only 60 medals with 24 golds, 15 silvers, and 21 bronze medals.

Kano occupied the third position on the medal table with 21 gold medals, 13 silver, and 8 bronze medals totaling 42 medals.

The Nation/ Mercy Chukwudiebere

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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.