Asaba 2023 NYG: FCT wins gold in women’s Gymnastics Artistic

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September 26, 2023

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria’s Capital Territory Athletes at the ongoing 2023 National Youth Games in Asaba, Delta State are making the city proud as they won gold in women’s Gymnastics Artistic on Tuesday.

The FCT team that won the Gold comprised Oluteniola Oke, Gift Torhile, and Apochi Ene.

However, the Teams FCT are expected to win more medals at the ongoing NYG as they will participate more in the event today.

Elsewhere, the report also has it that, A 10-year-old golfer, Olanrewaju Omowonuola from FCT has also added her name to the list of God winners for the FCT.

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35 Days to Go: Nigeria Set to Host African Junior Athletics Championship in Abeokuta

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June 9, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

With just 35 days to go, Nigeria is revving up preparations to host the 3rd edition of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA) African Junior Athletics Championship, scheduled to take place from July 16 to 20, 2025, in Abeokuta, Ogun State.

Returning to Nigerian soil, the prestigious biennial event will welcome the continent’s most promising Under-18 and Under-20 athletes to the newly refurbished MKO Abiola International Stadium, which recently played host to the 22nd National Sports Festival.

Over 500 athletes from more than 50 African nations are expected to compete in this year’s championship, making it one of the largest gatherings of young athletic talent on the continent.

South Africa, the reigning overall champions, will be looking to defend their title, but Nigeria’s young stars are also eager to make a strong statement on home soil.

“This is not just a competition; it is a celebration of Africa’s future in track and field,” Hon. Bukola Olopade, DG of the National Sports Commission said.

“Nigeria is honored to host once again and to demonstrate its world-class capacity in organizing major sporting events,” he added.

The choice of Abeokuta—also known as the Gateway City—underscores the state’s growing reputation as a hub for sports development, alongside other Nigerian cities. With its state-of-the-art facilities and strategic location, the city is set to deliver an unforgettable experience for athletes, officials, and fans alike.

The CAA African Junior Championships is widely regarded as the breeding ground for the continent’s future Olympic and world champions.

As the countdown continues, all eyes will be on Nigeria to once again rise to the occasion and reinforce its status as Africa’s true sporting giant.

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