Excitement is building as Team Nigeria’s para powerlifting squad departed the country on Tuesday, October 7, for the 11th World Para Powerlifting Championships, slated to hold in Cairo, Egypt, from October 9 to 18, 2025.
This landmark edition represents the first time the World Championships will be staged on African soil, marking a historic milestone for the sport across the continent.
According to the SA on Media to the Director General of the National Sports Commission, Kola Daniel, the first group of Nigerian athletes left amid cheers and warm send-offs from officials, fans, and supporters, while the second batch of the contingent is expected to depart Lagos tomorrow, October 8, to complete the nation’s full delegation for the prestigious event.
Speaking ahead of the departure, officials expressed confidence in the team’s readiness and determination to uphold Nigeria’s longstanding reputation as a force to be reckoned with, in global para powerlifting.
The National Sports Commission (NSC) reaffirmed its full support for the athletes, emphasising the government’s commitment to promoting inclusivity and excellence in sports.