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Nigerian Athletes to participate in maiden African Ski Confederation championship in Morocco
Segun Adeyinka
Two Nigerian SKI athletes, Sayi Rosea and Olubunmi Florence Bright, have been invited to participate in the inaugural edition of the African Ski Confederation championship which will start next month, February in the city of Dakhla, Morocco.
In a letter of invitation sent and signed by the President of the African Ski Confederation (CAS), Mr Hicham Ait Ouarchikh, to the Nigerian athletes, it reads that “The African Ski Confederation is very pleased to invite you as a player to participate among us the 1st edition of the African championship in Roller-Skiing, which will be organized for the first time in the city of Dakhla (Morocco) from February 18-23, 2025.
“This competition will also see the participation of Roller-Skiing athletes from several African countries”
“This is a solidarity event bringing together many African athletes around the spirit of solidarity, and to create a new dynamic in the pearl of the South, known for it’s assets and tourist potential allowing it to become a privileged sports destination”
“Looking forward to your participation in this great event, please believe, our best sports greetings” it stated.
Speaking after receiving the letter of invitation from the African ruling body, Head of the Nigeria Ski Sports Association, Mr Olubunmi Gabriel expressed happiness that this event will expose the athletes that will be representing Nigeria, believing it will be a platform of development for the youths who are passionate and eager to make a name for themselves through sports.
Mr Olubunmi Gabriel will be the leader of the delegation that will lead 18 year old Sayi Rosea, and 14 year old Olubunmi in this first major outing for these lads.
The African Ski Confederation championship is expected to draw a total of 27 African countries in this maiden edition.
The championship which starts on the 18th is expected to run through to the 23rd of February 2025, in the City of Dakhla, Morocco.
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Team Nigeria Jets to Cairo for 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships
Joel Ajayi
Excitement is high as Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting contingent departed Nigeria on Tuesday, October 7, for the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, from October 9 to 18, 2025.
The milestone event marks the first-ever World Championships to be hosted on African soil, symbolizing a new era for the sport on the continent.
The first batch of Team Nigeria athletes left the country on Tuesday amid cheers and well-wishes from officials, fans, and supporters.
The second batch of the contingent is scheduled to depart tomorrow, October 8, from Lagos, completing the full team that will represent the nation at this landmark competition.
Speaking ahead of the departure, officials expressed confidence in the team’s readiness and determination to uphold Nigeria’s longstanding reputation as a force to be reckoned with, in global para powerlifting.
The National Sports Commission (NSC) reaffirmed its full support for the athletes, emphasizing the government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and excellence in sports.
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