Nigeria Clinches Historic 15th African Women’s Wrestling Title

Nigeria’s wrestling team has once again demonstrated its dominance on the continental stage after emerging champions in the women’s category at the ongoing 2026 African Wrestling Championships in Alexandria, Egypt.

Team Nigeria secured a historic 15th African women’s wrestling title after winning an impressive eight gold medals and two silver medals out of the 10 available medals in the women’s freestyle events.

The latest triumph further strengthens Nigeria’s reputation as Africa’s leading force in women’s wrestling and extends the country’s remarkable record in the competition.

The Nigerian contingent, made up of 10 female wrestlers and eight male wrestlers, competed across 18 events during the championship, which began on April 27 and concluded on Saturday in Alexandria.

Nigeria’s female wrestlers delivered dominant performances across multiple weight categories to finish ahead of other strong wrestling nations including Egypt, Tunisia and Algeria.

In the men’s freestyle category, Team Nigeria also impressed by finishing as the third-best overall team, earning additional silver and bronze medals to secure a podium finish.

Among the standout performers was Andrew Ebierelayefa, who won silver in the 74kg category after losing by pinfall to Egypt’s Omar Mohamed in the final.

Another Nigerian wrestler, Stephen Akintewe, also secured silver in the 65kg division after falling to Egyptian wrestler Shehabeldin Emam in the final bout.

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Nigeria also claimed bronze medals through Dideikemei Erefagha, who defeated Chad’s Elie Djekoundakom 12-0 in the 70kg category, and Solomon Ulabo, who beat Madagascar’s Totiana Razafinjato 6-0 by pinfall in the 79kg division.

In the 61kg category, Saviour Egoli earned another bronze medal for Nigeria after defeating Tunisia’s Mustapha Batinini through a technical points advantage.

Officials of the Nigeria Wrestling Federation (NWF) praised the athletes for their determination, resilience and consistency throughout the championship, describing the performance as another major milestone for Nigerian sports.

Nigeria has remained the dominant force in African women’s wrestling for over a decade, producing internationally recognised wrestlers such as Blessing Oborududu, Odunayo Adekuoroye, and Aminat Adeniyi, who have represented the country at the Olympics, Commonwealth Games and World Championships.

The latest victory is also expected to boost Nigeria’s preparations ahead of future global wrestling competitions and qualification events for upcoming international tournaments.

Sports enthusiasts across the country have since celebrated the achievement, describing it as another proud moment for Nigeria on the African sporting stage.

Nigeria Clinches Historic 15th African Women’s Wrestling Title

Carter Efe Defeats Portable in Celebrity Boxing Showdown

Popular skit maker and entertainer Carter Efe secured a decisive victory over street-hop singer Portable in a celebrity boxing match held in Lagos on Friday night.

The bout, which formed part of the “Chaos in the Ring 4” event, drew a large crowd of fans and entertainment enthusiasts eager to witness the much-anticipated clash between the two outspoken personalities.

From the opening bell, Carter Efe showed greater composure and control, landing cleaner punches and maintaining a steady pace throughout the three-round contest. Portable, known for his high-energy persona, attempted to press forward aggressively but struggled to match his opponent’s timing and defensive discipline.

At the end of the bout, the judges returned a unanimous decision in favour of Carter Efe, with all three scorecards reflecting his dominance across the rounds.

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The defeat marked a setback for Portable, who had previously enjoyed success in celebrity boxing, including victories over fellow entertainers. Friday’s result, however, underscored Carter Efe’s preparation and tactical approach, which proved decisive in the ring.

The event adds to the growing trend of celebrity boxing in Nigeria’s entertainment scene, blending sports and showbiz while attracting significant public attention.

Neither Carter Efe nor Portable immediately issued formal statements after the fight, but the outcome has already sparked widespread reactions across social media, with fans debating the performance and calling for potential rematches.

Organisers of the event say the success of the bout further highlights the increasing popularity of celebrity boxing as a form of entertainment in the country.

Carter Efe Defeats Portable in Celebrity Boxing Showdown

Ronaldo Fires Al Nassr to Crucial Win Over Al Ahli

Cristiano Ronaldo once again delivered in decisive fashion as Al Nassr moved to the brink of the Saudi Pro League title with a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Al Ahli on Wednesday night, strengthening their grip at the top of the table as the season enters its final stretch.

The match remained tightly contested for much of the evening, with Al Ahli putting up a disciplined defensive display that frustrated the league leaders in the first half.

However, Ronaldo broke the deadlock in the 75th minute, rising highest to meet a perfectly delivered corner from João Félix before guiding a powerful header past former Chelsea goalkeeper Édouard Mendy.

The goal, his 25th league strike of the season, once again highlighted his continued dominance in Saudi football and his ability to decide high-pressure matches.

Al Ahli’s resistance finally collapsed after sustained pressure, and Al Nassr sealed the victory deep into stoppage time when Kingsley Coman finished clinically from close range following a chaotic set-piece situation inside the box.

The result extended Al Nassr’s impressive winning streak to 20 consecutive victories across all competitions, including 16 straight wins in the league, putting them firmly in control of the title race with only a handful of matches remaining.

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Ronaldo’s latest goal also took his overall career tally to 970 goals for club and country, further cementing his status as one of football’s most prolific scorers in history.

The Portuguese captain has now scored nine goals in his last nine appearances, maintaining strong form at a crucial stage of the season while also competing for the Saudi Pro League Golden Boot.

Since joining Al Nassr, Ronaldo has remained the focal point of the team’s attacking system, providing leadership, experience, and consistent goal output in both domestic and continental competitions.

The victory has significantly boosted confidence within the squad as they edge closer to what could be a landmark league triumph, although mathematical confirmation of the title is still pending depending on results from rivals.

Supporters have praised the team’s consistency and attacking strength, with many pointing to Ronaldo’s influence as the defining factor in their title push.

With just a few games left, Al Nassr now sit in a commanding position, and their fate remains firmly in their own hands as they aim to secure the championship.

Ronaldo Fires Al Nassr to Crucial Win Over Al Ahli