President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Adeniyi Adewale Bashir, has praised Team Nigeria following their dominant performance at the 15th African Wrestling Championships.
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Nigeria emerged overall winners in the women’s category, securing an impressive eight gold medals and two silver medals out of the ten available—marking a record 15th continental title.
“This is outstanding,” Bashir said.
According to the federation president, the achievement reflects Nigeria’s continued dominance in African wrestling and the effectiveness of its development programs.
“We are leading the continent,” he implied.
Bashir commended the athletes for their dedication, discipline, and consistency, noting that their performance reinforces Nigeria’s status as a powerhouse in the sport.
“They delivered excellently,” he added.
He also highlighted the importance of maintaining this level of excellence as the team prepares for future international competitions.
“We must sustain this,” he stressed.
For Bashir, the victory is not just about medals, but about setting standards and inspiring the next generation of wrestlers.
“It’s about legacy,” he noted.
He encouraged the athletes to remain focused and continue striving for greater achievements on the global stage.
“We can go even further,” he said.
As celebrations continue, attention will soon shift to upcoming tournaments where Nigeria will aim to replicate its success.
For Bashir, the message is clear.
Stay dominant.
Keep improving.
And aim higher.
Because in sport, true greatness is defined by consistency, and Nigeria is proving it once again.
