WEIGHTLIFTING
Team Imo’s Akosa Celebrates Silver Medal at NSF
Ebubechi Onyedikachi Akosa, a rising star from Team Imo, expressed heartfelt gratitude after securing a silver medal in the Men’s 102kg Weightlifting event at the ongoing Ogun 2024 National Sports Festival, held at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Sagamu. The achievement marked a significant milestone for Akosa, who was competing in his first National Sports […]
NSF: Mother-Daughter Duo Shines in Women’s Weightlifting
In a remarkable display of family talent, Ronke Olarinoye and her daughter Florence Olarinoye made their mark in women’s weightlifting at the recent competition. Ronke, competing in the 45kg category, secured two medals: a gold for her 65kg lift and a silver for her overall total of 140kg, finishing second in her class. Florence, competing […]
Liadi Taiwo Claims Triple Silver at 2024 Gateway Games
Oyo State’s Commonwealth silver medalist Liadi Taiwo dazzled at the 22nd National Sports Festival, known as the Gateway Games, securing three silver medals in the women’s 81kg weightlifting category. Taiwo earned silvers in the snatch, clean and jerk, and total lift events, showcasing her exceptional talent and determination. Despite falling short of gold, Taiwo remained […]
NSF: Kalu, Amarachi Shine on Day One of Weightlifting
African Games gold medalist King Kalu of Cross River State and Esther Amarachi Chijoke of Invited Junior Athletes (IJA) dominated the opening day of the weightlifting event at the Ogun 2024 National Sports Festival, securing five gold medals combined. In the men’s 55kg category, Kalu delivered a stellar performance, claiming three gold medals with a […]