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		<title>Elizabeth Anyanacho Wins Gold in Taekwondo at the 13th African Games</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Nigerian Taekwondo athlete, Elizabeth Anyanacho, has increased Nigeria’s medal count at the ongoing 13th&#8230;</p>
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<p style="font-size:18px">Nigerian Taekwondo athlete, Elizabeth Anyanacho, has increased Nigeria’s medal count at the ongoing 13th African Games in Ghana. The Olympian showcased her remarkable skills, delivering a masterful performance in a thrilling three-round bout against Africa&#8217;s top-ranked contender, Mohammed Aya of Egypt, and clinching the gold medal.</p>



<p style="font-size:18px">Read: <a href="https://refinedng.com/nigeria-clinches-gold-in-the-mixed-4x400m-relay-at-the-13th-african-games/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="">Nigeria Clinches Gold in the Mixed 4x400m Relay at the 13th African Games</a></p>



<p style="font-size:18px">Anyanacho embarked on her journey to gold with an impressive win over W. Zaboure of Burundi in the quarter-final, displaying her exceptional talent and prowess on the mat. Undeterred, the 2019 African Games bronze medalist continued her winning streak in the semi-final, defeating Salih Sofia of Morocco in another hard-fought contest that lasted for three rounds.<a href="https://refinedng.com/nigeria-clinches-gold-in-the-mixed-4x400m-relay-at-the-13th-african-games/"></a></p>



<p style="font-size:18px">In the highly anticipated final showdown, Anyanacho demonstrated her strategic prowess as she faced off against her formidable opponent, Mohammed Aya. Anyanacho faced an early setback in the first round, but she showed unwavering determination and staged an impressive comeback in both the second and third rounds.</p>



<p style="font-size:18px">With her remarkable skill and resilience, she ultimately secured the gold medal and emerged as the triumphant winner of the competition. With this historic win, Team Nigeria Taekwondo has added another gold medal to its tally, alongside one bronze, further solidifying Nigeria&#8217;s position as a force to be reckoned with in martial arts.&nbsp;</p>



<p style="font-size:18px">Read: <a href="https://refinedng.com/elizabeth-mausi-zannu-wins-gold-in-arm-wrestling/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="">Elizabeth Mausi Zannu Becomes the First African Athlete to Win Gold in Arm Wrestling</a></p>



<p style="font-size:18px">As the <a href="https://www.accra2023ag.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="">13th African Games</a> continue to unfold, Elizabeth Anyanacho&#8217;s remarkable triumph stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of Nigerian athletes and their relentless pursuit of excellence on the continental stage.</p><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/elizabeth-anyanacho-wins-gold-in-taekwondo-at-the-13th-african-games/">Elizabeth Anyanacho Wins Gold in Taekwondo at the 13th African Games</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Nigeria&#8217;s mixed 4&#215;400 metres relay team has won gold at the 2024 African Games&#8230;</p>
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<p style="font-size:18px">Nigeria&#8217;s mixed 4&#215;400 metres relay team has won gold at the 2024 <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All-time_African_Games_medal_table" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="">African Games </a>in Ghana, showcasing their impressive athletic abilities with a thrilling performance. Led by the quartet of Emmanuel Ojeli, Patience Okon-George, Adeyemi Sikiru, and Omolara Ogunmakinju, Nigeria&#8217;s track and field team delivered a stunning performance, breaking records and leaving spectators in awe.</p>



<p style="font-size:18px">Read: <a href="https://refinedng.com/elizabeth-mausi-zannu-wins-gold-in-arm-wrestling/">Elizabeth Mausi Zannu Becomes the First African Athlete to Win Gold in Arm Wrestling</a></p>



<p style="font-size:18px">In a dramatic final showdown, Nigeria&#8217;s relay team secured the coveted gold medal and shattered the previous African record with a blistering time of 3:13.26. Omolara Ogunmakinju emerged as the race&#8217;s hero, delivering a breathtaking anchor leg that saw her overcome a daunting 15-meter deficit to clinch victory for Nigeria in the closing moments of the event.</p>



<p style="font-size:18px">Each relay team member played an integral role in the historic victory. Emmanuel Ojeli was instrumental in setting the pace for Nigeria, showcasing flawless form and strategy as he expertly navigated the opening leg of the race.</p>



<p style="font-size:18px">Patience Okon-George displayed impressive endurance and composure, beating tough competition from Lydia Jele of Botswana to keep Nigeria in the lead. Adeyemi Sikiru showed unwavering determination in the face of formidable opponents to maintain Nigeria&#8217;s hopes of winning the gold medal.</p>



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<p style="font-size:18px">As the baton was handed over to Omolara Ogunmakinju for the race&#8217;s final leg, the audience was anticipating an exciting finish. With sheer determination and unwavering grit, Ogunmakinju displayed an incredible burst of speed, leaving spectators in awe. She overtook the Botswana anchor in a breathtaking display of athleticism, leaving onlookers gasping in amazement.</p>



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<p style="font-size:18px">&nbsp;Nigeria secured its place atop the podium as Ogunmakinju crossed the finish line first, exemplifying its commitment to excellence and its enduring legacy in track and field.&nbsp;</p>



<p style="font-size:18px">In addition to the thrilling triumph in the mixed 4&#215;400 meters relay, Nigeria&#8217;s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi added to the nation&#8217;s medal tally with a commanding performance in the men&#8217;s Shot Put event, securing Nigeria&#8217;s first gold medal in athletics with a powerful throw that showcased his unrivaled skill and prowess in the field.</p>


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<p style="font-size:18px">As it stands, Nigeria is in second place with 85 medals (31 gold, 22 silver, and 32 bronze).</p><p>The post <a href="https://refinedng.com/nigeria-clinches-gold-in-the-mixed-4x400m-relay-at-the-13th-african-games/">Nigeria Clinches Gold in the Mixed 4x400m Relay at the 13th African Games</a> first appeared on <a href="https://refinedng.com">RefinedNG</a>.</p>]]></content:encoded>
					
		
		
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