Mandela House emerged champions of the maiden edition of the Capital Science Academy (CSA) Alumni Inter-House Sports, bringing an exciting two-day competition to a close in Abuja.
The event, held at the Aguiyi Ironsi Cantonment Stadium in Asokoro from August 1 to 2, reunited alumni from more than 16 graduating sets in a celebration of sportsmanship, friendship and school pride.
Former students representing Mandela (Yellow), Kennedy (Red), Churchill (Blue) and Gandhi (Green) competed in 19 events, including athletics, football and tug of war.
Mandela and Churchill finished level on 205 points, but Mandela was crowned overall champion after securing 17 medals, two more than Churchill’s 15. Kennedy placed third with 185 points, while Gandhi finished fourth with 167 points.
Speaking after the competition, Chairman of the CSA Alumni Association, Sadiq Magaji Ahmed, said the tournament was organised to reconnect former students and strengthen the bond within the alumni community.
“We wanted alumni to reconnect, laugh and cheer again like we did during our days in CSA. Inter-house sports is more than competition; it is nostalgia, unity and pride,” he said.
Ahmed described the maiden edition as a huge success and assured alumni that more initiatives aimed at strengthening the network were already in the works.
“The energy was electric, the turnout was massive and the competition was fierce but respectful. The conversations about the next edition have already started, and alumni should expect consistency, vision and service,” he added.
Mandela House captain, Imran Ibrahim, expressed delight after leading his team to victory, describing the experience as a proud moment.
“Seeing about 16 different sets come together for one event was incredible. It reminded us that we are more than alumni; we are one family,” Ibrahim said.
“Leading Mandela House to victory was an honour, and I am grateful to everyone who contributed to making the event a success.”
On the medal table, Mandela finished with 17 medals, including six gold, two silver and seven bronze medals in athletics, as well as silver medals in football and tug of war.
Churchill claimed 15 medals, dominating the track with eight gold, one silver and five bronze medals, while Kennedy secured 14 medals, including the football title after defeating Mandela 5-3 on penalties in the final.
Gandhi House showcased its strength by winning the tug of war gold medal and ended the competition with 11 medals overall.
The inaugural competition not only revived cherished memories among former students but also laid the foundation for what promises to become a major annual tradition for the CSA alumni community.
By Godstime Egelege-Idama
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