Benin City buzzed with excitement as MTN Champs Season 3 kicked off at Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, with Deputy Governor Dennis Idahosa officially flagging off the games.

After two successful editions, it is a no-brainer how MTN Champs has become one of Nigeria’s most anticipated grassroots athletics competitions. The Benin leg saw an impressive turnout, with aspiring track and field stars competing across various events,demonstrating skill, resilience, and a drive for excellence.

Team Bayelsa emerged Senior Team Champions after amassing a whopping 114 points while hosts, Team Edo settled for 2 nd place with 87 points and Team MTN finished 3 rd with 48 points.

The tour now moves to Lagos and Uyo, where more young athletes will have the opportunity to compete for a place in the Grand Finale in May.