Olopade Charges Para-Athletes To Make Nigeria Proud In Chile

Team Nigeria will depart for Santiago, Chile, on Monday to compete in the prestigious World Para-Powerlifting Championships, from August 11 to 18, 2025.

The team, comprising Nigeria’s finest para-powerlifters, will represent the nation with determination and pride, aiming to further cement Nigeria’s dominance in the sport on the global stage.

Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, commended the athletes for their commitment and hard work throughout their camping period, urging them to go all out for victory.

He said: “You are carrying the hopes and pride of millions of Nigerians. Compete with focus, discipline, and the fighting spirit that has made our country a powerhouse in para-powerlifting. We believe in your ability to make history once again and bring glory to the nation.

With an impressive track record in past competitions, the athletes are fully prepared to showcase their strength, skill, and resilience against the world’s best.

At the last World Para-Powerlifting Championships, in UAE in 2023, Nigeria won a total of seven medals comprising two gold, two silver, and three bronze.

Mark Onyinyechi, and Kafilat Almaruf in the 61kg and 73kg categories respectively won gold, while Esther Nowrgu, and Bose Omolayo in the 41kg and 79kg categories, won silver.

Others who won bronze include; Oluwafemiayo Folashade 86kg, Ezuruike Roland 54kg and Kure Thomas, 65kg.

Olopade Charges Para-Athletes To Make Nigeria Proud In Chile is first published on The Whistler Newspaper