Team Nigeria opened their campaign at the 2026 African Senior Athletics Championship in Accra, Ghana, with two medals on the first day of competition.
Both podium finishes came in the women’s discus throw, where debutant Divine Oladipo impressed by securing the silver medal.
She was joined on the podium by Obiageri Amaechi, who clinched bronze to complete a strong showing for Nigeria in the event.
The national team is now expected to add to its medal tally as the championship progresses.
Attention turns to day two, where world record holder Tobi Amusan will line up in the women’s 100m hurdles final, while Favour Ashe is also set to compete in the men’s 100m final.
