Team Nigeria has made a promising start at the 2025 African Wrestling Championships in Casablanca, Morocco, with several athletes advancing to the finals and securing victories in their respective categories.
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Esther Kolawole, competing in the 62kg category, delivered an impressive performance by defeating Senegal’s Safietou Goudialy with a 10-0 scoreline. Similarly, Christianah Ogunsanya showcased her dominance in the 53kg category, overpowering Morocco’s Zineb Chabki 10-0 in the semi-finals.
The finals are scheduled for this evening, and the Nigerian contingent is poised to add to their medal tally. The team’s strong showing underscores Nigeria’s growing prominence in African wrestling.
Fans and supporters are encouraged to continue cheering for Team Nigeria as they aim for gold in the upcoming matches.