120+ PARA-ATHLETES GATHER IN UMUAHIA FOR FIFTH ABIA NATIONAL PARA BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIP

120+ PARA-ATHLETES GATHER IN UMUAHIA FOR FIFTH ABIA NATIONAL PARA BADMINTON CHAMPIONSHIP

Over 120 para-athletes, including Paralympic bronze medalist Eniola Bolaji, have arrived in Umuahia for a major para-badminton showdown, spotlighting Nigeria’s growing dominance in the sport.

The event, running July 12-18 at the state-of-the-art International Conference Centre, serves as a warm-up for the upcoming Abia Para-Badminton International and All Africa Para-Badminton Championships later this year. Officials praised Abia’s commitment and world-class facilities, highlighting the tournament as a platform to showcase talent and boost para-sports across Africa.

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