The Delta State Universal Basic Education Board, has announced a change of date and venue for the finals of the 2025 Basic Education Schools Sports Competition, earlier scheduled to hold at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.
A statement by the Executive Chairman of the Board, Hon Samuel Mariere said the finals will now hold on Monday, 27th October 2025, at the Southern Delta University Stadium, Ozoro, in Isoko No local government area of Delta State.
Hon Mariere in the statement informed all stakeholders that the finals is in all the sporting events, including Football, Table Tennis, Scrabble board game, as well as Athletics in 100m, 200m, and 4 by 100m relay.
The statement reads, “It is hereby announced for the information of the general public, particularly Education Secretaries, Head Teachers, Sports Masters, and pupils across the State, that there has been a change in the date and venue of the finals of the 2025 Basic Education Schools Sports Competition, earlier scheduled to hold at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba.
“The Board wishes to inform all stakeholders that the finals in all sporting events — including Football, Table Tennis, Scrabble (board game), and Athletics (100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay), will now hold on Monday, 27th October 2025, at the Southern Delta University Stadium, Ozoro, Delta State.
“All participating schools and Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs) are advised to take note of this development and make the necessary preparations for the finals.
“The Board regrets any inconvenience caused by the adjustment and appreciates the continued cooperation and understanding of all stakeholders as it works towards a successful conclusion of the competition”, Mariere added.
Meanwhile, Pessu Primary School, Warri, in Warri South, will lock horns with Obioma Primary School, Obinomba, Ukwuani local government area for the football finals.
The statement urged the qualifying schools for the football finals to make necessary preparations.