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Gold for Nworgu as Team Nigeria Sparks Early Medal Rush at Commonwealth Games

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2 months ago

July 24, 2026

Joel Ajayi

Team Nigeria made an emphatic start to its campaign at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, launching an early medal rush on the opening day with one gold, one silver, and one bronze medal in para powerlifting.

Leading the charge was Esther Nworgu, who delivered a superb performance in the women’s lightweight para powerlifting event, lifting her way to Team Nigeria’s first gold medal of the Games with a total of 119.0 points.

Nigeria’s celebration continued as Esther Onyema also mounted the podium in the same event, claiming the bronze medal after another impressive display of strength and determination to ensure a double podium finish for the country.

Earlier in the day, seasoned para powerlifter Roland Ezuruike had opened Nigeria’s medal account by winning the silver medal in the men’s lightweight para powerlifting (Group A) event with a score of 153.9 points, setting the tone for Team Nigeria’s impressive start in Glasgow.

In line with the Federal Government’s renewed commitment to athlete welfare and motivation, the National Sports Commission (NSC) immediately rewarded the medalists at the competition venue.

Gold medalist Esther Nworgu received an instant $5,000 cash reward from the NSC, with an additional $5,000 paid directly into her account, bringing her total reward to $10,000.

Silver medalist Roland Ezuruike was presented with $2,000 at the venue, while another $3,000 was credited to his account, giving him a total reward of $5,000.

Bronze medalist Esther Onyema also earned a combined reward of $5,000, comprising $2,000 presented immediately after the event and $3,000 transferred directly to her account.

The swift financial rewards underscore President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to recognizing and motivating Nigerian athletes for outstanding performances on the international stage.

With medals already flowing on the opening day, Team Nigeria has sent a strong message of intent as the country pursues its ambitious target of a successful Commonwealth Games campaign.

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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16 hours ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.

In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.

Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.

The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.

As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.

The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.

The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.

With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.

Africa is coming to Abuja.

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