In a remarkable display of resilience and determination, the Nigerian team participating in the Invictus Games in Vancouver, Canada, has won several medals, including gold.
The seventh edition of the games, founded by Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, in 2014, brought together 500 competitors from 23 countries worldwide. Despite facing visa setbacks, the Nigerian team achieved impressive success, securing gold, silver, and bronze medals.
Ruth Simon clinched the gold medal in the rowing competition, while the Nigerian sitting volleyball team, comprising Effiom Antigha, Ameh Thomas, Ijigba Robinson, Salisu Damjuma, Dazzi Ayuba Gosa, Iheanacho Joseph, Yahaya Abdulmudalib, Ifeoma Loveleen Nwagbo, and Dimka Gloria, won the silver medal.
In the swimming and rowing competitions, Igube Festus and Dimka Gloria secured bronze medals, respectively. Dimka Gloria also won two additional bronze medals in the rowing competition.
“We are committed to showcasing the resilience and strength of our soldiers, and we look forward to hosting the Invictus Games in Nigeria hopefully in 2029, where we can celebrate their achievements on home soil,” said Derrick Cobbinah, CEO and Co-founder of the Africa Unconquered Foundation.
The Nigerian team’s participation in the games was made possible through partnerships with organizations such as Monster Energy, Canadian Tire, and Sportscheck. The team’s success is a testament to the power of sports in promoting healing and empowerment for wounded soldiers.
