Eric Patrick
Athletes from Ogun State on Wednesday reportedly blocked the main entrance of Babcock University, the venue of the camp for all the athletes at the 2024 Gateway Games over unpaid allowance for the ongoing games.
First News correspondent gathered that the athletes, since 5.00am, blocked the main gate of the camp, preventing vehicular movement and leaving many states stranded.
Photos circulating on social media captured hundreds of athletes protesting over unpaid allowances.
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According to reports, Athletes from other states, who also feel ill-treated, are secretly supporting the protest by their Ogun counterparts.
As of the time of filing this report, the protest was still ongoing.