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African Games 2023

African Games 2023: Nigeria wins six gold medals in wrestling.

 

Nigeria emerged triumphant at the 13th African Games, securing an impressive six gold medals in various categories of female wrestling during the event’s latest edition.

Blessing Oborodudu led the charge, claiming the first gold medal by overpowering Blandine Nyeh Ngiri of Cameroon with a commanding score of 14-4.

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Following Oborodudu’s victory, Odunayo Adekuroye continued Nigeria’s winning streak, triumphing over Zineb Hassoune of Morocco with a decisive pinfall.

Mercy Genesis, a standout athlete with achievements in both Commonwealth and African competitions, dominated her Egyptian counterpart Mohamed Nada with a remarkable score of 7-0.

Making her debut at the African Games, Ogunsanya Christiana showcased exceptional prowess in the 53kg category, securing a resounding 11-0 victory over her opponent Nogona Bakayoko of Cote D’Ivoire.

The celebration soared as Hannah Reuben sealed another triumph for Nigeria, emerging victorious against Amy Youin of Ivory Coast.

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