**Niger Delta Games: Edo Set to Take the Throne from Bayelsa** As the curtain falls on the second edition of the Niger Delta Games in Benin City today, it seems like Edo State is on the verge of a historic triumph. With an impressive tally of 102 medals, comprising 50 gold, 30 silver, and 22 bronze, the hosts are poised to dethrone Bayelsa, last year's champions, as the overall winners. The Niger Delta Games, a showcase of sports prowess among the region's states, has seen Edo take the lead from the very start. As the competition enters its final day, it appears unlikely that the standings will change significantly. The final events, including football, scrabble, and relay races, will add a few more medals to the tally, but it's unlikely to affect the overall outcome. Delta State, Bayelsa's closest competitor, trails behind with 91 medals, comprising 34 gold, 26 silver, and 31 bronze. Bayelsa, the defending champions, are in third position with 66 medals, consisting of 23 gold, 20 silver, and 23 bronze. Other states in the region are not far behind, with Akwa Ibom, Abia, Cross River, Rivers State, Ondo, and Imo State rounding out the top eight. The Niger Delta Games, which kicked off last Thursday, has been a thrilling display of sportsmanship and camaraderie among the participating states. As the competition comes to a close tonight with the closing ceremony at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium, Benin, at 5pm, the stage is set for an exciting finale. Will Edo State cement their position as the new champions, or will another state spring a surprise? Only time will tell.