Nigerian Para-Powerlifters Qualify At African Qualifiers In Cairo

Nigeria’s Roland Ezurike and Bose Bejide have won gold and silver medals in the 51kg and 50kg categories at the ongoing Para Powerlifting African Open Championship in Cairo, Egypt.
President of the Nigeria Para-Powerlifting Federation,Chiemeka Ezenwanne, who disclosed this, said the development was a new record set by the athletes.
He added that the development would enable the athletes to compete in the second stage of qualifiers for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
“I am excited that our team is starting very well and it is making us proud,” he said.
“Having won two medals on the second day of the championships is very commendable.
“I am certain that if we are able to emerge winner in this tournament, the government will recognise all our efforts the more.
“I am sure, we will be supported for the Olympics, coming up in 2024 in Paris,” he added.
He said that five athletes would also be contesting on Saturday, while the other four would contest on Sunday.
Ezenwanne appreciated the Minister for Youths and Sports, Sunday Dare, for contributing to the success of the Para-Powerlifting in Cairo.
He also said that the funds were made available to embark on the important trip.