Nigeria’s Folashade Oluwafemiayo broken her own World Record in the women’s over 86kg Para-Powerlifting, becoming the first Para-athlete in history to lift 166kg.
Oluwafemiayo, who is Team Nigeria’s captain, set a world record by becoming the first para-powerlifter to lift 167kg at the Games. China’s Deng Xuemei secured the silver medal with a 155kg lift, while Egypt’s Nadia Ali earned the bronze after lifting 145kg.
The medals also kept coming for Nigeria at the games as Flora Ugwunwa claimed a silver medal in the Women’s Javelin F54 category with a remarkable throw of 19.26 meters, finishing 2nd in a highly competitive field.
Similarly, Bose Omolayo lifted an impressive 145kg in the Women’s 79kg Para Powerlifting category, to smike home with the silver medal for Nigeria, just as Isau Ogunkunle earned a bronze medal in the Men’s Singles Class 4 Para Table tennis
Reacting to their achievements earlier, Senator Enoh said, “We are immensely proud of our Team Nigeria Paralympic athletes. Bose Omolayo, Flora Ugwunwa, and Isau Ogunkunle have brought us immense pride and joy with their incredible performances on the global stage. Their dedication, resilience, and passion embody the true spirit of Nigeria, and they continue to inspire millions with their remarkable achievements.”
The Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting para-sports and ensuring that Nigerian athletes receive the backing they need to succeed on the international stage.
“Our champions have shown once again that disability is not a limitation. As a nation, we remain committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all athletes, regardless of ability, can thrive and make us proud on the global stage.”