Eniola Bolaji has won a second gold medal in two weeks following her dominant performance to defeat Turkey’s Halime Yildiz 2-0 (21-7, 21-10) in the women’s final at the Spanish Para Badminton International 2025 in Toledo, Spain.
It was the Nigerian second gold medal triumph in two weeks after she defeated Ukraine’s world No. 4 Oksana Kozyna with a 21-15, 21-15 victory to win the gold medal at the 2025 Spanish Para-Badminton International II in Vitoria.
Bolaji began her campaign by defeating India’s Sanjana Kumari 2-0 (21-15, 21-8) in the second round, followed by a 2-0 (21-9, 21-12) win over Turkey’s Halime Yildiz in the third round.
The multiple African champion then dispatched Ukraine’s Oksana Kozyba 2-0 (21-16, 21-4) in the semifinal.
An elated President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria, Francis Orbih, praised Eniola Bolaji’s resilience and continued record-breaking achievements in para-badminton.
He highlighted her status as the only African player to win 12 gold medals in all internationals played.
Orbih said, “I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Eniola Bolaji on her incredible achievement of winning her 12th gold medal in as many international tournaments. This remarkable feat is a testament to her consistency, resilience, and unwavering dedication to excellence.”
He continued, “Bolaji has not only made Nigeria proud but has also firmly stamped her authority in the world of para-badminton. Her journey continues to inspire many, and we at the Badminton Federation of Nigeria remain committed to supporting her as she reaches even greater heights.”
The Nigerian badminton supremo also expressed excitement about the upcoming All African Para Badminton/Abia international Para Badminton Championships this year, which will provide an opportunity to showcase the country’s rich badminton culture. We thank the Abia state government for accepting to host these two historic events.
He said, “It gives me joy that the giants of Africa in Para badminton will be hosting an international championship and the African championship in Nigeria. It will give us an avenue to further expose other potential champions to the world.”
This is Bolaji’s third gold medal in 2025 following her triumph at the Egypt Para-Badminton International 2025, and the 2025 Spanish Para-Badminton International II in Vitoria.
