Soft Nigeria Mobilises Delta Youths in Independence Day Run, Rave

Thousands of youths from, Warri, Effurun, Ugboroke and adjoining communities in Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State have participated in a five-kilometre “Run and Rave” organised by Soft Nigeria to commemorate Nigeria’s 66th Independence Anniversary.

The colourful event, which combined sports, entertainment and youth engagement, began with a 5km run from the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI) Junction to Delta Career College, Ugboroke, where participants converged for the rave and other entertainment activities.

The organisers said the initiative was designed to promote physical fitness, youth participation, talent development and a positive atmosphere for young Nigerians to celebrate the country’s independence.

Speaking during the event, the pioneer national leaders and coordinators of Soft Nigeria, Hon. Collins Leonard Iboyi and Comrade Sylvester Oghenetega Anighorigho, expressed satisfaction with the turnout and enthusiasm of the youths.

Iboyi said he was particularly delighted to see young Nigerians come out in large numbers to celebrate the nation’s Independence Day in a peaceful and organised manner.

Anighorigho said the event also provided a platform for youths to showcase their talents, particularly in dancing and entertainment.

“We are happy that we put smiles on the faces of our youths with these events,” he said.

The Director of Social Media Influencing of the group, Mrs. Gift Ologide, disclosed that the activities also provided an opportunity for the organisation to commence its campaign for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori and other All Progressives Congress (APC) candidates ahead of the 2027 general elections.

Also speaking, the immediate past Provost of the College of Education, Warri, Dr. (Olorogun) Dickson Onovwakpoma (JP), commended Soft Nigeria for organising the programme, describing it as a successful initiative that brought youths together through sports, entertainment and community participation.

Some of the participating youths also expressed satisfaction with the event, saying the programme made their Independence Day celebration more memorable and enjoyable.