Team Nigeria will be represented by over 358 athletes at the 13th African Games, which officially runs from March 8 to 23 in Accra, Kumasi and Cape Coast. Nigeria is competing in 25 sports at the event.
Accreditation for most of the events began at the Delegation Registration Meeting yesterday in Accra.
In the Team Nigeria delegation, athletics has the highest number of 50 participants, while football will present 40 players. Arm Wrestling has 15 athletes, just as Badminton has 12.
The other events include Basketball 3 x 3, where Nigeria has four female athletes, Beach Volleyball (four athletes), Boxing (11), Chess (four), Cricket (15), Cycling (12) and Hockey 32.
Others are Handball (14), Judo (10), Karate (14), Mixed Martial Arts (4), Rugby (16) and Scrabble (eight).
Swimming will present four athletes, Table Tennis (10), Taekwondo 14, Tennis 8, Triathlon (four), Volleyball (24), Weightlifting (12) and Wrestling (14 athletes).
The 2023 African Games has kicked off in spectacular fashion, and fans have been treated to an early taste of the action as table tennis enthusiasts converge at the Accra International Conference Centre.
With anticipation building and excitement palpable, the stage is set for a thrilling showcase of talent and skill.
The draw for the Table Tennis event was held on Sunday at the esteemed La Palm Hotel, signaling the beginning of an electrifying journey for both players and spectators alike.
As powerhouses and dark horses alike gear up for fierce competition, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation and anticipation.
While the official opening ceremony of the Games is scheduled for March 8, table tennis aficionados are already relishing the opportunity to witness top-tier athleticism and sportsmanship.
The closing ceremony will bring the curtains down on this exhilarating event on March 23, marking the culmination of weeks of intense competition and camaraderie.
From the iconic University of Ghana Sports Stadium to the state-of-the-art Accra International Conference Centre and Multipurpose Hall, as well as the bustling Borteyman Sports Complex, each venue will host unforgettable moments of triumph and spectacle.
As the world’s attention turns to Ghana for this prestigious sporting extravaganza, all eyes are on the table tennis players set to dazzle and inspire.
