Nigerian powerlifter Onyinyechi Mark has set a new Paralympic record in the women’s 61kg division, lifting an impressive 150kg to achieve this remarkable feat.
This surpasses the previous record held by fellow Nigerian athlete Lucy Ejike.
Mark’s outstanding performance secured Nigeria’s third medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
She overcame strong competition from China’s Cui Jianjin, who won silver with a lift of 140kg, and Mexico’s Amelia Perez, who won bronze with a lift of 130kg.
Nigeria has a rich legacy in the Paralympics, particularly in powerlifting and athletics. During the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, the nation won a total of ten medals, including four golds.
Nigerian powerlifters have consistently demonstrated their prowess, with athletes such as Lucy Ejike and Bose Omolayo achieving world records and securing numerous gold medals.
In contrast, Nigeria’s participation in the 2024 Olympics in Paris ended without securing any medals. Despite high hopes, athletes such as Hannah Reuben and Tobi Amusan faced disappointment in their respective events.
However, the success of Nigerian para-athletes like Onyinyechi Mark underscores the country’s commitment to nurturing and advancing its athletes.
With the next Olympics scheduled for Los Angeles in 2028, Nigeria’s sports ministry has four years to prepare and improve their performance.
Nigerian powerlifter Onyinyechi Mark has set a new Paralympic record in the women’s 61kg division, lifting an impressive 150kg to achieve this remarkable feat.
This surpasses the previous record held by fellow Nigerian athlete Lucy Ejike.
Mark’s outstanding performance secured Nigeria’s third medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
She overcame strong competition from China’s Cui Jianjin, who won silver with a lift of 140kg, and Mexico’s Amelia Perez, who won bronze with a lift of 130kg.
Nigeria has a rich legacy in the Paralympics, particularly in powerlifting and athletics. During the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games, the nation won a total of ten medals, including four golds.
Nigerian powerlifters have consistently demonstrated their prowess, with athletes such as Lucy Ejike and Bose Omolayo achieving world records and securing numerous gold medals.
In contrast, Nigeria’s participation in the 2024 Olympics in Paris ended without securing any medals. Despite high hopes, athletes such as Hannah Reuben and Tobi Amusan faced disappointment in their respective events.
However, the success of Nigerian para-athletes like Onyinyechi Mark underscores the country’s commitment to nurturing and advancing its athletes.
With the next Olympics scheduled for Los Angeles in 2028, Nigeria’s sports ministry has four years to prepare and improve their performance.
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