The 13th edition of the ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament came to a close on Saturday at the Velodrome MKO Abiola National Stadium, showcasing breathtaking traditional wrestling bouts and scintillating cultural displays. Senegal emerged as the overall winner, claiming three gold and one silver medal, while Nigeria secured second place with two gold and one silver medal.
Nigeria’s female wrestlers, Ebipatei Lienbofa and Ebi Bigos, stole the spotlight, winning gold medals in the women’s 66kg and 76kg categories, respectively. National Sports Commission Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko praised the female athletes, highlighting their significant contributions to Nigeria’s sporting achievements.
From Left to Right; The Director-General, National Sports Commission, Hon Bukola Olopade, Minister of Youth Development, Comrade Ayodele Olawande Emmanuel, Chairman, National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko and Amb. Francis Chuks Njoaguani, Director, EYSDC/ag. ECOWAS Resident Representative in Burkina Faso during the closing ceremony of 13th Edition of ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament in MKO Abiola Stadium Abuja on Saturday 8th March, 2025
The tournament’s closing ceremony featured an award ceremony, where medals, trophies, and cash prizes were presented to the winners. Senegal took home $10,000, followed by Nigeria with $6,000, and Benin Republic with $3,000.
The event was attended by dignitaries, including the Honourable Minister of Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, and the Commissioner for Human Development and Social Affairs ECOWAS Commission, Professor Fatou Sow Sarr.
Final Results:
– Team Category:
1. Senegal
2. Nigeria
3. Benin Republic
Weight Categories:
– 66kg (Women): Ebipatei Lienbofa (Nigeria)
– 76kg (Women): Ebi Bigos (Nigeria)
– 86kg (Men): Siny Sembene (Senegal)
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