President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria for securing a record 15th continental title in the women’s category at the 2026 African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt. The team won 8 gold and 2 silver medals in the women’s division. Overall, they claimed 9 gold, 4 silver, and 3 bronze medals.
President Bola Tinubu congratulated Team Nigeria on its performance at the 2026 African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt. The nation secured a record 15th title in the women’s category, with 8 gold and 2 silver medals from 10 events. Across all categories, the team earned 9 gold, 4 silver, and 3 bronze medals.
Tinubu described the victory as a statement of consistency, discipline, and national pride. He paid tribute to standout wrestlers including Mercy Genesis, Adijat Idris, Esther Asaolu, and Mercy Adekuoroye in the women’s division. In the men’s freestyle, Harrison Onovwiomogbhwo claimed victory, while Ebierelayefa Andrew, Stephen Akintewe, Dideikemei Erefagha, Solomon Ulabo, and Saviour Egoli also contributed.
"This is how a sporting nation grows, not by accident, not by chance, but by design. By building systems that identify talent early, nurture it patiently, and prepare it deliberately for moments like this," Tinubu said. He commended the National Sports Commission under Mallam Shehu Dikko and Bukola Olopade, as well as the Nigeria Wrestling Federation led by Bashir Adewale Adeniyi.
The President noted that the results reflect a shift in Nigeria’s sports ecosystem toward better structure and athlete development. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sports for national cohesion and youth opportunity. "Our athletes remind us of what is possible when focus meets preparation. They compete as individuals, but they win as Nigeria," he added.
