Nigeria continued its impressive campaign at the African Open Para Powerlifting Championship on Friday, recording another dominant performance as the team finished the day with five gold, two silver and two bronze medals, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Competing in Oran, Team Nigeria once again displayed remarkable strength and technical quality across several weight categories, reinforcing the country’s reputation as one of Africa’s leading forces in para powerlifting.Nigerian athlete profiles

In the women’s 41kg category, Anifat Ganiyu secured gold after a commanding display that set the tone for the team’s successful outing.

Nigeria’s medal haul continued in the women’s 50kg category, where Ajiboye Rukayat delivered a gold medal-winning performance, while compatriot Nworgu Esther claimed silver in the same event.

In the women’s 73kg category, Ani Chiamaka added another gold medal to Nigeria’s tally with an outstanding performance.

The standout moment of the day came in the women’s 79kg category, where Rita Ferdinard produced a record-breaking performance to secure gold and set a new African record.

Rita successfully lifted 138kg to clinch the gold medal before improving her mark with a 148kg lift. She then raised the bar further and made history with an impressive 154kg lift to establish a new African record, drawing applause from spectators and officials at the championship.

In the men’s 88kg category, Riluwan Idris Sabo contributed to the medal haul with a bronze medal finish.

At the close of Friday’s events, Team Nigeria had amassed a total of five gold, two silver and two bronze medals, further underlining the nation’s strong presence at the continental championship ahead of the remaining events.

Galatasaray president Dursun Ozbek has dismissed all speculation surrounding Victor Osimhen’s future, insisting the striker’s situation remains unchanged despite growing transfer rumours.

Osimhen has been strongly linked with a summer move to Spanish giants Real Madrid and Barcelona ahead of the upcoming transfer window.

Osimhen Not For Sale

Ozbek maintained that the Turkish Super Lig champions are not willing to consider any offers for the Nigeria international.

“We are not considering selling Osimhen. Osimhen is an important player for Galatasaray, Ozbek told HT Spor

“We are not considering selling an important player in our championship race. Putting a price on someone you don’t intend to sell is like counting your chickens before they hatch. We don’t have such a thing in mind.

“Osimhen is making the second-generation Galatasaray fans happy.”

The 27-year-old initially joined the Yellow and Reds on loan from Serie A club Napoli in 2024, before the move was made permanent last summer.

The powerful striker registered 26 goals, and four assists in 30 league appearances to help Okan Buruk’s side win a domestic double in the 2024/25 season.

He also claimed the top scorers’ prize for the season, enhancing his profile as one of the best strikers in the world.

Osimhen scored 22 goals and provided eight assists in 33 appearances across all competitions this season, playing a key role in helping the club retain the Süper Lig title and reach the UEFA Champions League Round of 16.

Return To International Scene

The former Lille star was named in Nigeria’s squad for next month’s international friendlies against Poland and Portugal by head coach Éric Chelle earlier this week.

Osimhen is making a return to the Super Eagles fold after missing the team’s friendlies against Iran and Jordan in March.

Al Nassr captain, Cristiano Ronaldo, has finally won the Saudi Pro League title.

They were confirmed champions on Thursday, thanks to a 4-2 win over relegation battlers Damac.

The title race had gone down to the final day after Al-Nassr dramatically dropped points against Al-Hilal the previous week.

Jorge Jesus’ side knew there could be no mistakes against a Damac side fighting for survival at the other end of the table.

Ronaldo was on the scoresheet, as his brace helped Al Nassr secure the title ahead of rivals Al Hilal.

Sadio Mane opened the scoring in the first half, before second half goals by Kingsley Coman and Ronaldo’s double sealed the victory.