Outstanding performance at 2024 Egypt Para Powerlifting as Nigeria win four Gold Medals
In a remarkable display of strength and skill, the Nigeria Para-Powerlifting Federation achieved outstanding success at the ongoing Para Powerlifting World Cup in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, securing four gold medals in just two days.
The golden streak for Nigerian para-powerlifters commenced on Wednesday, March 20, with Bose Bejide claiming the first gold medal in the -50kg category, showcasing exceptional power and determination.
The momentum continued on the following day, as Esther Nworgu, a silver medalist at the 2023 Para Powerlifting World Cup in Dubai, triumphed in the -41kg category, clinching Nigeria’s second gold amidst fierce competition.
Following the dominant performance by Nigerian women’s para-athletes on Wednesday, the men’s team upheld the winning spirit on Thursday, March 21.
Thomas Kure asserted his dominance in the -65kg weight class, securing Nigeria’s third gold medal of the competition with an unstoppable performance.
Meanwhile, Roland Ezuruike showcased remarkable technical skills in the -54kg category, securing Nigeria’s fourth gold medal at the tournament.
Nigeria still holds promising opportunities to claim more gold medals during the remaining days of the six-day tournament. Athletes such as Onyinyechi Mark (women’s -61kg), Kafila Almaruf (women’s -73kg), Folashade Oluwafemiayo (women’s -86kg), Bose Omolayo (women’s -79kg), and Loveline Obiji (women’s -86kg) are among Nigeria’s hopefuls aiming for gold in their respective categories.
