By Segun Folarin
Ogun State Government has congratulated Master Oluwatimilehin Doko, the number one player of the Ogun State Scrabble Association, over his outstanding achievement as the newly crowned African Scrabble Champion in Kigali, Rwanda.
The Commissioner for Sports Development, Mr Wasiu Isiaka in a statement said Timilehin’s remarkable performance in the 32-round championship was a testament to his hard work and dedication, clinching the title with a game to spare.
Mr Isiaka noted that the exceptional skills and strategic prowess have earned him the prestigious Continental Champion, CC, badge, which he rightfully deserves after competing against the best in Africa.
He said in a remarkable display of talent, Timilehin defeated fellow Ogun State player and Team Nigeria colleague Abdulmumin Jimoh in the penultimate game, showcasing the depth of talent that the State continues to produce.
The Sports Commissioner said the state remained proud of Timilehin and other talented representatives who are members of Team Ogun in the upcoming National Sports Festival, tagged the Gateway Games Ogun 2024.
Other notable Ogun State players representing Nigeria alongside Timilehin in Kigali included Adebola Samuel, a dedicated doctor at the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta, Cyril Umebiye, Olumide Oyejide and the African Games Gold medallist, Adebisi Adekansi.
