Nigeria’s dominance in para powerlifting continues to shine on the global stage as Rita Ferdinand delivered a stunning performance to claim gold in the women’s up to 79kg category at the 2025 World Para Powerlifting Championships in Cairo, Egypt.
Ferdinand lifted a remarkable 153kg, securing the world title and reaffirming Nigeria’s reputation as a powerhouse in the sport. Her exceptional display drew cheers from the crowd as she proudly hoisted the Nigerian flag high.
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The victory adds to Nigeria’s impressive medal haul at the historic championship. Earlier in the day, Esther Nworgu clinched silver in the 50kg category, while Rukayat Opeyemi Ajiboye earned bronze in the same class — narrowly missing out on gold to Venezuela’s Clara Fuentes, who edged past Nworgu for the top spot.
This year’s championship — the 11th edition — is particularly significant, marking the first-ever World Para Powerlifting Championships to be hosted on African soil. The event, running from October 9–18, 2025, symbolizes a milestone moment for the continent and highlights Africa’s growing presence in global adaptive sports
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