By Anne Azuka
Zone 17 has emerged champion in both the female and male 4×400 metres relay finals at the ongoing 15th Biennial Police Games (BIPOGA) in Asaba, Delta State.
The finals, held at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, saw Zone 17 clinch gold in the female category with a time of 4:30.89 seconds and also top the male category with a winning time of 3:24.93 seconds.
Force Headquarters finished second in both events, posting 4:35.28 seconds in the female relay and 3:34.43 seconds in the male category.
Zone 11 secured third position in the female category with a time of 5:19.05 seconds, while Zone 2 claimed bronze in the male event after clocking 3:40.62 seconds.
Speaking after the race, Omotosho Oluwaseun, a member of the victorious Zone 17 female team, expressed gratitude to God and commended her teammates for their unity and determination, attributing their success to teamwork and dedication.
Similarly, Police Constable Solomon Daniel of Zone 17, who ran alongside Nelson Joseph, Samuel Saliu and Titilayo Damilare in the male relay team, expressed appreciation for the encouragement received from colleagues, friends and family.
“It feels good to be among the champions. This is my first time competing in the Police Games. I am grateful for the support and thankful to my teammates. God bless Nigeria,” he said.
Meanwhile, ahead of Saturday’s closing ceremony, finals in other events, including football and scrabble, are expected to be decided.
As of the time of filing this report, Force Headquarters lead the overall medals table with over 140 medals.
