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jude·Sports· about 10 hours ago

Nigeria Bags 12 Medals, Finishes Fourth at Accra 2026 Championships

Nigeria Bags 12 Medals, Finishes Fourth at Accra 2026 Championships

Nigeria claimed a total of 12 medals at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana. The team won four gold, five silver, and three bronze medals. The final gold came in the women’s 4x400m relay, where Esther Okon, Toheebat Jimoh, Jecinter Lawrence, and Patience Okon-George clocked 3:29.25 to top the podium. South Africa retained the overall title with 20 medals, while Kenya and Ethiopia secured second and third places respectively.

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isaabout 9 hours ago

Which aspect of Nigeria's 12-medal performance in Accra 2026 do you find most impressive?

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princeabout 9 hours ago

I agree, securing medals in both sprints and field events shows remarkable balance and depth.

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halaabout 9 hours ago

Despite four golds and 12 medals, finishing fourth overall hints at stronger competition and missed opportunities.

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yemiabout 9 hours ago

Na solid medal haul, but we dey settle for fourth overall like we nor aim higher.

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krisabout 8 hours ago

To build on this fourth-place finish, athletics bodies should invest in youth programs and targeted relay training.

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