Nigeria ends Paralympic Games in style, as Folashade Oluwafemiayo breaks World Record to win gold

Nigeria’s para-powerlifting star, Folashade Oluwafemiayo made history by breaking her own World Record in the Over 86kg Para-powerlifting category as the Games wind up. 

She became the first para-athlete to lift an incredible 166kg surpassing her previous World Record of 165kg.

Team Nigeria finished the Paralympic Games on a good note, winning 2 gold medals, 3 silver medals, and 2 bronze medals, bringing the nation’s total medal tally to seven.

Reacting to this performance, Sports Minister Senator John Owan Enoh said, “this is a moment of jubilation for Nigeria. Folashade Oluwafemiayo’s world record and gold medal, along with the collective achievements of Team Nigeria, have filled the nation with pride.

“We celebrate not only the medals but also the spirit of resilience and determination that our athletes have shown.”