Titi Oshodi, the Director of Public Relations for the Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), announced this in a statement released on Sunday.
He noted that Chioma Kanu, a swimmer representing the state, achieved a gold medal in the girls' 50m freestyle event, while Sokunbi Tobi earned gold in the boys' 200m individual medley.
Additionally, Ezumba Chidelu, another member of Team Lagos, claimed a silver medal in the boys' 200m swimming event. Oshodi expressed confidence that the team would continue to secure more medals throughout the games.
“The stellar performances of the Lagos rising stars shored up medal haul in the swimming event to four, heading into the final day of competition of the aquatic event at the swimming pool of the Stephen Keshi Stadium in Asaba.
“Also, Sunday Emmanuel added another bronze medal in weightlifting after a total lift of 111kg.
“Emmanuel (49kg) put up a good show after lifting 50kg in snatch and 61kg in clean and jerk bringing the total lift to 111kg,” she said.
In a post-ceremony address, Emmanuel expressed his gratitude to the divine and the state government for providing him with the platform to demonstrate his abilities.
He went on to mention that his triumph at the 2024 NYG marked his debut as an aspiring weightlifter.
The young athlete attributed his interest in weightlifting to the influence of his mother, who is a coach in the field.
“I appreciate my mother’s support and I also thank those who have successfully made significant milestones in the sport, including African and Commonwealth Champion, Adijat Olarinoye,” he said.
Oshodi added: “Similarly, Lagos female football team defeated hosts, Delta to 2-0 defeat in a match played at St.Patrick’s College in Asaba,
“Two goals from Kashimawo Temilola and Kemi Adegbuyi was enough for the indomitable Eko girls to continue on their impressive form.
“The team now look forward to defend their title in the football event of the 2024 NYG.
“Earlier, Lagos volleyball team beat their Bauchi counterpart 2-0 (25-20,25-20) and Team Lagos wrapped up the day with victory.
“Also in the table tennis event, Aisha Rabiu and Faisat Musbau claimed gold in the girls doubles final beating their counterparts from Delta State,” she said.