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Nigeria Tops Medal Table At African Weightlifting Championship

by Taiwo Ibrahim
April 24, 2025 07:44 PM
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Team Nigeria is making the country proud at the ongoing African Senior Weightlifting Championship in Mauritius with 7 gold, 4 silver, and 1 bronze medal.

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Rafiatu Lawal (59KG) and Didih Onome (55KG) led the charge, each claiming three gold medals in their respective weight categories.

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Lawal, 2022 Commonwealth Games gold medallist, was in a class of her own, dominating the 59KG event with confidence and grace.

She dedicated the medal to Nigeria while hailing the National Sports Commission for their support.

She said: “I came here prepared, and I knew I had to give it everything. The support from the Federation and the National Sports Commission has been incredible—it gave us the edge. This gold is for Nigeria.”

Onome, who dazzled in the 55KG category, echoed the spirit of determination that drives the team.

She said:  “We came to Mauritius on a mission—to show the strength of Nigerian weightlifting. Every lift is for the green and white. I dedicate these medals to Dr. Ibrahim Abdul and the NSC, whose leadership continues to inspire us.”

In addition to their stellar performances, Edidiong Joseph captured one gold, and two silver medals in the 73KG category, while Tuesday Emmanuel added two silver medals and one bronze to Nigeria’s tally.

Medal prospects Omolola Matthew and Sarah Ovayioza are yet to conclude their categories, with Sarah competing on Friday.

Meanwhile, The Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, announced a financial package for each medal the team wins.

Earlier in the week, Hon. Olopade also revealed that four lifters have been upgraded into the Category A of the Elite Athletes Programme and will receive training grants totaling $20,000—beginning with an initial $5,000 payment next week.

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