As part of efforts to continue to create opportunities for Nigerian wrestlers to compete at the highest level, the Nigeria Wrestling Federation has registered its presence in this year’s 3rd ranking series in Mongolia, with four wrestlers set to showcase their mettle on the global stage.
Key Highlights:
- Four Nigerian wrestlers have departed for the third ranking series tournament in Mongolia.
- The Nigeria Wrestling Federation funded the team’s participation and logistics.
- Team leader Akuh Purity praised the federation’s support.
- Purity also commended Bashir Adeniyi for promoting wrestler development.
- The athletes aim to earn ranking points and improve their global standings.
The team, which comprised four wrestlers, namely Genesis Mercy Miesinnei– 50kg, Ogunsanya Tolulope – 53kg, Kolawole Omolayo – 62kg, and Ojo Damola Hannah – 76kg departed Nigeria on Monday night aboard Turkish Airlines.
Leader of the delegation, Mr. Akuh Purity, who is Nigerian women wrestling coach as well as the chairman of the technical committee in the board of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, lauded the federation for covering all logistics and participation arrangements for the team.
Purity described the support as beyond generous but a deliberate effort to ensure that wrestling continues to make significant success and impact on the global stage.
“I want to, on behalf of the athletes and the entire wrestling community, express our profound appreciation to the President of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation, Bashir Adeniyi, for his unwavering support, dedication, and commitment to the welfare of Nigerian wrestlers.
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“His contribution continues to create opportunities for athletes to compete at the highest level and showcase Nigeria’s talent on the global stage.” Purity stated.
Coach Purity noted further that the team will fight to earn points to establish their world ranking and secure top seeds for the World Championships, assuring the NWF president of a good show in Mongolia.
“Thank you very much, sir, for your invaluable investment in our National Wrestling team and for your immense contribution to the development of the sport in Nigeria.
“Certainly, we look forward to outstanding performances that will make the nation proud,” Purity added.
