Athletics

About 6,382 athletes and officials have been penciled to converge in Asaba, Delta state capital for the 9th edition of the National Youth Games, scheduled to hold from August 29 to September 6. With participants drawn from all 36 states of the federation, the game was organised by the National Sports Commission and is aim to promote grassroots sports and unleash the next generation of Nigerian athletes champions. The figure was confirmed following the completion of the Digital Registration Management (DRM) process.

Folashade Oluwafemiayo has once again made history, breaking her own world record in the women’s over 86kg Para-Powerlifting category at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. The 39-year-old Nigerian powerhouse, who captained Team Nigeria at the Games, achieved a remarkable lift of 167kg, setting a new world record and clinching the gold medal. This extraordinary performance not only showcased Oluwafemiayo's exceptional strength but also solidified her position as a trailblazer in Para-Powerlifting.

Onyinyechi Mark made history at the 2024 Paris Paralympics by securing Nigeria’s first gold medal of the Games in the women’s 61kg powerlifting category. The 23-year-old athlete delivered a record-breaking performance, lifting 150kg to not only win gold but also set a new world record.

Eniola Bolaji has become the first para-athlete to win a medal at the ongoing 2024 Paralympic games in Paris.

Legendary actor Jackie Chan captivated crowds in Paris on Wednesday, August 28, as he carried the Paralympic flame through the city streets, marking the countdown to the 2024 Paralympic Games. The 70-year-old martial arts icon donned a white tracksuit and his signature black eyeglasses, enthusiastically waving to fans who lined the historic avenues to witness the spectacle.

Team Nigeria’s Head Coach to the 2024 Paralympics, Nasiru Sule has declared that the team is ready for the Games which begins today in Paris. The 35-member squad, comprising 23 athletes, seven coaches, and five medical personnel arrived in Paris last week Thursday after completing a training camp in Germany.