The 22nd edition of the Nigerian Polytechnics Senior Staff Games (NIPOSSGA) commenced on 6 December 2025 in Auchi, Edo State, gathering 59 polytechnic institutions for a week‑long celebration of sport and collegiality.
The opening ceremony was officiated by Dr. Salisu Umar, Rector of Auchi Polytechnic, who highlighted the event’s role in fostering unity, sportsmanship, and camaraderie among senior staff across Nigerian polytechnics.
Scheduled to run until 14 December 2025, the games feature 10 competitive disciplines: football, volleyball, lawn tennis, badminton, table tennis, chess, scrabble, monopoly, whot, ludo, draught, dart, ayo, and tug‑of‑war, offering diverse opportunities for participation.
In football, Federal Polytechnic Offa secured a semi‑final berth by defeating Federal Polytechnic Bauchi 5‑4 on penalties, showcasing tight goal‑keeping and decisive spot‑kicks.
Lawn tennis saw Federal Polytechnic Offa fall 6‑2 to Yaba College of Technology in the semi‑finals, ending their campaign in that discipline.
Volleyball competition witnessed Federal Polytechnic Offa losing 2‑0 to Barkin Ladi, highlighting the competitive nature of the tournament.
Table tennis quarter‑finals featured Federal Polytechnic Offa being edged out 5‑3 by Rugipo Owo, demonstrating the high skill level across institutions.
Osun State Polytechnic Iree exited the football group stage after suffering defeats to Federal Polytechnic Bali and Federal Polytechnic Nasarawa, underscoring the tough contest for qualification.
The games continue to showcase senior staff talent in chess, scrabble, monopoly, whot, ludo, draught, dart, and ayo, with preliminary rounds ongoing across various venues in Auchi.
Organizers emphasize fair play, sportsmanship, and the spirit of togetherness, encouraging participants to uphold the values of polytechnic education while competing.
The 22nd NIPOSSGA is set to conclude on 14 December 2025, with closing ceremonies scheduled to recognize outstanding performers and celebrate collective achievement.
