2026 Commonwealth Games: Nworgu wins Nigeria’s first gold as Oyema adds silver in Glasgow
READ ALSO: 2026 Commonwealth Games: Ezuruike wins Nigerias first medal The latest victory puts Nigeria on course for the anticipated best-ever outing at the Commonwealth Games in 76 years of participation With the first gold medal now secured and two silver medals added, Team Nigeria will look to build on the early momentum as more of its medal hopefuls compete across para powerlifting, athletics, wrestling, boxing and other events in Glasgow.
Team Nigeria’s first gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games came in emphatic fashion on Friday as Esther Nworgu powered to victory in the women’s lightweight para powerlifting event in Glasgow.
Her victory came just hours after veteran para-powerlifter Roland Ezuruike had opened Nigeria’s medal account with a silver medal in the men’s lightweight event, ensuring the country’s campaign got off to an encouraging start.
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