Team Nigeria has landed in Accra, Ghana, brimming with confidence and youthful energy as they gear up for the 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone 2 Championship, which runs from October 3 to 5.
The contingent, made up of promising young swimmers, departed Nigeria yesterday and wasted no time settling into business with their first training session upon arrival. The early session, according to officials, was designed to help the athletes adapt quickly to the competition environment.
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Leading the delegation is Taiwo Oriss, Secretary of the Nigeria Aquatics Federation, while the technical reins are firmly in the hands of Coach Abiodun Ojomo, who has been drilling the team for continental glory.
The squad boasts a mix of male and female athletes eager to make their mark on the regional stage. The female swimmers include Dorcas Abeng, Agnes John, Tofunmi Ibidapo, Maryam Omodunmola Muhammed, and Funmilayo Demehin, while the male lineup features Aidan Dumuje-Abili, Timilehin Olaiya, Goodluck Godwin, and Endurance Olise.
Federation officials revealed that morale in camp is high, with the athletes motivated and determined to bring home medals. “The team is focused and ready to give their best. We believe this group has what it takes to deliver strong performances,” an official said.
The Africa Zone 2 Championship is one of the most competitive aquatics events in the region, drawing elite swimmers from across West and Central Africa. Beyond the pursuit of medals, the tournament also provides a valuable developmental platform for rising stars to test their skills against the continent’s best.
Nigeria, keen on surpassing past outings, is banking on the resilience and hunger of its young swimmers to light up the pool in Accra. With the right mix of preparation, determination, and talent, hopes are high that Team Nigeria will return home with medals — and memories of a championship to remember.
