Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting athletes have departed the country for Cairo, Egypt ahead of the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships scheduled to hold from October 9 to 18 in the Egyptian capital city, Cairo.
This is the first time the prestigious event will be hosted on African soil, marking a significant milestone for the sport on the continent.
In a statement released yesterday by Kola Daniel, special assistant on media to the Director General of the National Sports Commission, the first batch of Team Nigeria’s contingent departed amid cheers and well-wishes from officials, fans, and supporters yesterday, while the second batch is scheduled to leave from Lagos today, 8 October, completing the full team that will represent the nation in this historic competition.
Ahead of their departure, officials expressed confidence in the team’s preparedness and determination to uphold Nigeria’s reputation as a formidable presence in global para powerlifting.
The National Sports Commission (NSC) reiterated its comprehensive support for the athletes, underscoring the government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and excellence in sports.
