African Games 2023: Sports Minister Applauds Team Nigeria For Remarkable Performances

The Honourable Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has applauded the outstanding performances of Nigerian athletes at the ongoing African Games in Accra, Ghana. After Day 3 of athletics, Nigeria ran the show securing additional four gold medals and breaking records.

Senator Enoh lauded the athletes for their achievements, emphasizing the pride they bring to the nation. “I salute our gallant sportsmen and women who have performed exceptionally well in Accra thus far,” said Enoh. “Okezie broke the 37-year jinx in the 400m, our sprinters excelled in the finals, and our boxers demonstrated our strength and vigour. These moments are priceless to us as a nation.”

The talk of the town was Nigeria’s triumph in the men and women’s 4 x 100m relay. The men’s team notably avenged a loss to Ghana 21 years ago, emerging victorious with a time of 38.41 seconds. The women’s team secured gold

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