Kelvin Bowoto
Blessing Oborodudu, an Olympic silver medalist, and world champion Odunayo Adekuoroye spearheaded Team Nigeria’s gold surge in the women’s freestyle wrestling at the 13th All African Games in Ghana yesterday. The Nigerian women’s freestyle wrestlers were completely in charge of the event, capturing six gold medals out of a possible six.
Reuben Hannah in the 76kg, Ogunsanya Christiana in the 53kg, Genesis Miesinnei in the 50kg, Oburududu Blessing in the 68kg, Kolawole Esther in the 62kg, and Odunayo Adekuoroye in the 57kg all won gold medals, propelling Nigeria to the top of the wrestling standings. Dr. Daniel Igali, President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF), praised Team Nigeria’s female wrestlers for their amazing performances, describing them as incredible. “I’ve been very impressed with the way they wrestled, and I think if they continue on that trajectory, Nigeria should be hopeful of many gold medals,” Igali said in a statement.
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“I thank Nigerians, particularly the Bayelsa State government, for always supporting our activities, and we hope to make everyone proud later when the final matches resume.” Daniel Igali also used the medium to praise President Bola Tinubu for rewarding athletes’ hard work and requested that the gesture be extended to those who will represent the country at the African Games.
“The President has set a precedent of rewarding silver medalists and gold flats and other encouragements necessary because that’s what he did with the Super Eagles at AFCON, and I hope that will be extended.”
“I’m happy that these wrestlers are now eligible for such gestures, which will serve as more motivation for other athletes across the country.” The final matches of the female wrestling event will continue at 5 p.m. Ghana time and 6 p.m. Nigeria time.
Techrectory with Agency Report.
