Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Tunde Eludini
Published on 2024-03-29 04:00:17
At the 13th African Games, Team Nigeria put on an impressive performance, securing second place overall with a total of 47 gold medals. Nigeria’s athletes showcased their talent and determination, earning accolades in various sports categories. Let’s take a closer look at some of the outstanding Nigerian gold medalists from the Games:
**Arm Wrestling**
1. **Sarah Matthew (Age: 17, Women’s Left and Right Arm: 70kg):** Sarah, at 17, won gold in both the left and right arm women’s 70kg categories, showcasing her exceptional talent.
2. **Mausi Zannu (Age: 21, Women’s Left and Right Arms, 55kg):** Zannu made history by securing Nigeria’s first gold in the arm wrestling competition.
3. **Olubisi Oyewusi (Age: 29, Women’s Left and Right Arm 80kg):** Oyewusi demonstrated exceptional skill and leadership by winning gold in her category.
**Athletics**
1. **Chidi Okezie (Age: 30, Men’s 400m):** Okezie achieved his goal of becoming a continental champion by winning gold in the men’s 400m final.
2. **Nnamdi Chinecherem (Age: 21, Men’s Javelin Throw):** Chinecherem set a new national record in the men’s javelin throw, securing gold.
3. **Chukwuebuka Enekwechi (Age: 31, Men’s Shot Put):** Enekwechi successfully defended his title in the Shot Put event.
4. **Tobi Amusan (Age: 26; Women’s 100m hurdles and Women’s 4x100m relay):** Amusan won gold in the 100m hurdles and led the women’s relay team to victory.
5. **Obiageri Amaechi (Age 25, Women’s Discus Throw):** Amaechi won gold in the discus throw event with a remarkable throw.
6. **Ese Brume (Age 28, Women’s Long Jump):** Brume successfully defended her long jump title.
7. **Usoro Ruth (Age 26, Women’s Triple Jump):** Ruth won gold in the Triple Jump event, marking a memorable debut.
8. **Emmanuel Ojeli (Age 25, Men’s 4x400m mixed relay)**: Ojeli contributed to Nigeria’s victory in the Mixed Relay, setting a new African record.
9. **Adeyemi Sikiru (Age 25, Men’s 4x400m Mixed Relay):** Sikiru played a crucial role in Nigeria’s record-breaking triumph in the Mixed Relay event.
These athletes exemplify the spirit of sportsmanship and excellence that Nigeria proudly showcases on the African stage. Their achievements inspire future generations and solidify Nigeria’s position as a powerhouse in African sports.
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