Sports
Badminton President, Francis Orbih shower praises on Eniola for winning bronze at Paralympics
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Following Mariam Eniola’s podium finish at the ongoing 2024 summer Paralympics in France, President of the Nigeria Badminton federation, Francis Orbih Esq, is satisfied and delighted with the remarkable feat Eniola has achieved at the event.
According to him, the Badminton family feel very proud to be associated with this very moment that history was made, not just for Nigerian’s, but for the entire continent.
Eniola was the first African athlete to win a medal in Para-Badminton, winning a Bronze medal for Nigeria in the women’s Singles SL3.
She defeated her Ukrainian opponent, Oksana Kozyna, in straight sets 2-0 (21-9, 21-9) to win Nigeria’s 1st Paralympics medal in Paris.
Speaking to journalists at the Moshood Abiola National stadium on Tuesday afternoon in Abuja, Francis Orbih said, helping Eniola’s course at the event was as a result of the support and encouragement she received from BFN in exposing her to international play before the start of the Paralympics.
He also expressed confidence that by 2028 Paralympic games, Eniola will usurp this present performance to clinch gold for the country.
“Seriously every member of the badminton family, particularly every Nigerian feels very proud to be associated with this very moment that history has been made”
“Eniola was the first African to win a medal either at the para or the normal Olympics, it’s a moment of joy and we’re very happy”
“What we needed to do as a federation was to give her enough support, encouragement and expose her to more international play, and if at 18 she’s already been able to win a bronze medal, you can imagine what she’ll be before the next Olympic and am confident before then, she’ll become the world champion”
“Eniola’s victory is a preparatory ground for something big to happen to Para badminton in Nigeria” he stated.
Basketball
WESIE League Set to Transform Basketball and Ignite Investor Interest in Sports, Says Founder Funke Adeniji
Funke A. Adeniji, the visionary founder of the Women’s Elite Sports Empowerment Initiative (WESIE), announced that the WESIE Basketball League, a groundbreaking endeavor designed to reimagine basketball in Nigeria and attract increased business investment in sports.
Speaking on the sidelines of the league’s kickoff, Adeniji emphasized that the initiative is more than just a competition—it’s a platform aimed at elevating the visibility and commercial appeal of sports, particularly for women athletes.
“This is the first basketball league of its kind in Nigeria, featuring women’s teams across 15 states,” Adeniji explained. “Every weekend for the next six weeks, fans will see teams battle it out in a home-and-away format, bringing an international-standard experience to audiences nationwide.”
The league, exclusively for players over 18, is rooted in addressing gender disparities in sports. By providing elite female athletes with equal opportunities, WESIE hopes to drive greater recognition, paving the way for enhanced visibility on national and global stages.
“This isn’t just about competition; it’s about transforming the sports landscape to inspire businesses to support and invest in women’s sports, amplifying their market reach and social impact,” Adeniji stated.
The inaugural weekend saw thrilling matchups across seven games, delivering powerful performances and a taste of the excitement to come. Victoria Queens defeated Hope Dreams 52-37, while Life League secured a victory over Book and Ball with a score of 58-47.
In subsequent clashes, Life League narrowly fell to Hoop Dreams 29-30, while Victoria Queens clinched a second triumph, overcoming Book and Ball with a 62-36 win. AGF had a hard-fought battle but narrowly lost to V. Buzzers 57-59. IMBA delivered a solid 50-36 victory over Hope, and Divine Speed capped the weekend with an impressive 23-13 win over Hope, setting the tone for a fiercely competitive season.
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