Demilade Akanbi, a 13-year-old swimming sensation hailing from Lagos State, has emerged as a standout athlete at the National Youth Games in Asaba.
With an impressive haul of three gold medals in the Swimming events, Demilade is capturing hearts and attention as a promising future Olympian.
A student at Children International School Lagos, Demilade’s exceptional achievements in the pool have garnered widespread recognition at the prestigious youth competition.
Her gold medals were secured in the 50m Backstroke, 100m Butterfly, and 4x50m Mixed Medley Relay, marking her as one of the most outstanding athletes of the event.
With dreams as big as her talent, Demilade expressed her unwavering commitment to her sport and her aspirations to make a mark on the world stage.
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She declared, “I will keep improving on my talent, my dream is to make it to the Olympics and also break records.” Her determination to not only participate in the Olympics but to set new records showcases her fierce ambition and dedication to her craft.
Demilade’s journey at the National Youth Games reflects the essence of youthful excellence and the boundless potential that young athletes like her possess.
Her stellar performance in Asaba undoubtedly cements her status as a rising star in Nigerian swimming.
As she continues to hone her skills and chase her dreams, Demilade Akanbi embodies the bright future of Nigerian sports and the promise of Olympic glory on the horizon.
