Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu has commended Nigeria’s athletes at the just concluded 2024 Paralympics in Paris, noting that their stellar performance has shown the true meaning of perseverance, dedication and true sportsmanship.
She stated this while receiving the athletes and officials led by the Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh in her office at the State House, Abuja.
She specially acknowledged the gold medalists including Folashade Oluwafemiayo and Onyinyechi Mark for also breaking world records.
“Today, we celebrate not just the medals, but the spirit of resilience that defines our athletes and your names will be written in the annals of history as champions.
“I want to especially acknowledge Folashade Oluwafemiayo and Onyinyechi Mark—who both won gold in Para-powerlifting. Folashade’s incredible lift of 167kg not only broke her own world record but also established her as a two-time Paralympic champion.
“You have raised the bar for para-athletes worldwide, and your victory stands as a beacon of hope for millions of Nigerians,” she said
