Curtain Draws On Simplified Rivers 2024, Today

The 43rd edition of the Federal Public Service Games, FEPSGA, being hosted by Rivers State and christened Simplified Rivers 2024 will Officially come to a close today with the  Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara expected to formally draw the curtains.

According to a press statement signed by the Chairman of the Publicity Sub-committee of the LOC, Warisenibo Joe Johnson, the closing ceremony is scheduled for 9am today at the Sharks Stadium, Port Harcourt and will have in attendance federal and state government officials, athletes, technical officials and members of the public.

In the last one week, Rivers State has played host to over 8,000 athletes from 80 Ministries/Departments/Agencies of federal government, in addition to Team Rivers.

The Games have been held in an atmosphere of intense competition by all the athletes, with new champions emerging in some of the events.

It is the 2nd time the state would be hosting the annual event that brings together federal civil servants to compete for honours, whilst also using the opportunity to keep fit and network.

The closing ceremony will witness the presentation of trophies and medals to winners in various sporting events.