Two para-badminton athletes from Abia State, Jeremiah Nnanna (popularly known as Chigozie) and Chinyere Okoro Lucky, have made Nigeria proud after recording impressive victories in their opening matches at the ongoing 2026 World Para Badminton Championship in Bahrain.
The championship, which commenced yesterday, saw Chinyere Okoro Lucky defeat her opponent from the host nation, Bahrain, in the Women’s Singles SL4 Group D, while Jeremiah Nnanna secured a remarkable win against China in the Men’s Singles SL4 Group H, setting a strong pace for Nigeria’s campaign at the global tournament.
The competition, scheduled to run until 14th February, is a key event in the qualification pathway for the 2028 Paralympic Games, offering athletes valuable ranking points and international exposure as they pursue Paralympic dreams.
Their participation and early success reflect the commitment of the Abia State Government, under the leadership of Governor Alex Chioma Otti, and the strategic efforts of the Ministry of Sports and Youth Development to promote inclusiveness, empower persons with disabilities, and reposition Abia State as a growing force in para-sports development.
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