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2023 African Games: Nigeria dominates women’s wrestling with six gold medals

2023 African Games: Nigeria dominates women’s wrestling with six gold medals

Nigerian wrestlers enjoyed a stellar day on Sunday at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana, as all six female wrestlers won a gold medal each of their respective weight classes. Mercy Genesis got the first gold medal for Nigeria in the women's wrestling, defeating Egypt’s Nada Mohamed 7-0 to be crowned champion in the women’s 50kg freestyle event. She became the first woman to win...

2023 African Games: Nigeria wins first gold medal as Opeyori defends badminton crown

2023 African Games: Nigeria wins first gold medal as Opeyori defends badminton crown

Anuoluwapo Opeyori claimed Nigeria’s first gold medal at the ongoing 13th edition of the African Games in Accra, Ghana, after defeating compatriot Godwin Olofua in the final of the men’s singles badminton event on Sunday. The two Nigerians went head-to-head at the Borteyman indoor sports complex, and Opeyori, the defending champion, clawed back from a set down as he needed a third set to see off...