As the wrestling events of the Ogun 2024 National Sports Festival prepare to kick off, the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) has taken a proactive step in raising the bar for coaching and officiating standards nationwide.
On the eve of the wrestling competition, a refresher course for coaches and referees was held at the Ishagamu venue, spearheaded by National Female Wrestling Coach and UWW Educator, Akuh Purity.
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Coach Purity, speaking to Sports247, emphasized the importance of continuous learning in sports. “This course is a refresher for all our coaches to help them better understand the new rules in wrestling,” he explained.
“Referees are also here, so coaches must be on their best behavior and know what to expect. It’s about aligning everyone—coaches, athletes, and officials—under the latest standards.”
The initiative, according to him, benefits the entire wrestling community. “Life is about learning. New rules are introduced to improve the game, and we must be willing to adapt. That’s why this kind of training is important—it sharpens our skills and prepares us for success.”
Many coaches in attendance expressed appreciation for the opportunity, calling it timely and necessary ahead of competition day.
Wrestling events at the Festival are scheduled to begin on May 26, and with this added layer of technical preparedness, expectations are high for an organized and competitive outing.
Coach Akuh Purity’s role as both national coach and United World Wrestling (UWW) certified educator highlights his commitment to not just winning medals, but building capacity among Nigeria’s grassroots and elite wrestling coaches.
As the mats are rolled out and competitors get set, the message from Coach Purity is clear: “Wrestling in Nigeria must evolve with global standards—and it starts with the coaches.”
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