Nigerian weightlifter, Edidiong Umoafia, delivered a dominant performance at the 2023 African Games in Ghana, claiming three spectacular gold medals on Monday.
Umoafia, competing for the first time in the men’s 67kg category, swept the podium by winning gold in all three disciplines: snatch, clean & jerk, and total.
He showcased his impressive strength with a 135kg lift in the snatch and a 165kg lift in the clean & jerk, for a combined total of 300kg.
This remarkable achievement secured a triple gold medal victory for Team Nigeria who now have 10 gold medals across three sports; Badminton, Wrestling, and Weightlifting
Umoafia’s performance also significantly bolsters Nigeria’s weightlifting medal count, bringing the total to eight.
Umoafia’s performance also significantly bolsters Nigeria’s weightlifting medal count, bringing the total to eight.