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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...