Wrestling: Nigeria’s Ambassador To Egypt Thumbs Up Team Nigeria’s Performance In Day-1 Of Senior African Wrestling Championships
The Nigeria’s Ambassador to Egypt, Musa Dauda CDA, has lauded the performance of Team Nigeria in day 1 of the senior category in the ongoing African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt.
The team on Friday delivered a commanding performance in the qualifying rounds to set up four finals and still counting as the country maintains a good chance of retaining its title, making it 15th African titles, particularly in women wrestling.
The Ambassador, speaking to journalists in Alexandria, said he was wowed with the impressive display of the team, stressing that he did not expect such a show even against the host nation.
“This is the spirit of Nigeria, I’m extremely proud of what they have done. I never knew Nigeria had this force in wrestling.”
“We have started mobilising the Nigerian and student community in Egypt, and we believe the support would be massive going into the crucial stages.” He said.
Ambassador Musa also commended the level of support from the Nigeria Wrestling Federation President, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi, to the contingent.
Describing the Customs boss passion for the athlete’s welfare as satisfying while he pledged to consolidate through the Ministry of foreign affairs to Egypt.
Esther Kolawole, Hannah Ojo, Ogunsanya Christianah, and Jumoke Adekoye all booked their place in the final coming up on Friday evening with more final qualifications still expected from team Nigeria
Meanwhile, the Ambassador was joined by Ishaya Garba Senchi, Nigeria Minister Economic Trade and Investment to Egypt and Aisha Mustapha Head of Chancery to cheer Team Nigeria
Promise Okotoko
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