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Eniola Bolaji Remains in Peru for Intensive Para Badminton Training Camp – Orbih
Cyril Ogar
President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), Francis Orbih has disclosed that Paralympic Games bronze medallist Eniola Bolaji has stayed back in Peru to attend a high-level para badminton training camp.
Bolaji defeated Brazil’s Kauana Beckenkamp 2-0 (21-12, 21-12) on Sunday, August 9, to emerge champion of the Peru Para Badminton International 2026.
Orbih explained that the training camp is being organised through a partnership between the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA), Badminton PanAm and the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN).
He said: “Eniola will be staying back in Peru until August 15 to attend a training camp courtesy of the BCA, Badminton PanAm and BFN.”
He described the camp as a high-level programme designed for top para badminton players, adding that it would form an important part of Bolaji’s preparations for the remaining competitions of the year.
Orbih said: “It is a high-level para badminton camp for top para badminton players.
“This is part of her preparation to end the year on a high note, with the Thailand and Indonesia championships coming up later in the year”.
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Lagos Women Run: Excitement Builds Ahead of Saturday’s TBS Race
Joel Ajayi
Participants from different walks of life are eagerly looking forward to the Lagos Women Run scheduled for Saturday, November 14, at the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos.
The participants have expressed excitement about the opportunities and experiences the annual event promises to offer.
Our correspondent reports that, in addition to runners from within Lagos and other parts of Nigeria, some athletes are expected to travel from outside the country to participate in the race.
The organisers are already making preparations for the large number of registered participants, while the possibility of accepting late entries will depend on the timing and other arrangements.
The Coordinator of the Lagos Women Run, Tayo Popoola, said participants should expect an improved experience compared with previous editions.
“We have to continue to get better, as that is the driving force for us as organisers. We will be bigger and better with every edition,” Popoola said.
The 2026 Lagos Women Run will hold on Saturday, November 14, with Tafawa Balewa Square serving as the starting point.
Participants are expected to arrive at the venue by 6:30 a.m. for the event.
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