Uyo, Akwa Ibom – April 6, 2025
The Niger Delta Sports Festival 2025 concluded with thrilling para athletics events, including the Men’s Long Jump T45/46 and the Discus F55/56 competitions. Athletes from across Nigeria showcased impressive performances, proving the region’s growing dominance in para sports.
🥇 Men’s Long Jump T45/46 – Tight Contest Ends in Glory for Abia
- Gold: Nwanchukwu Bright (Abia) – 6.22m
- Silver: Richard Oluduti (Bayelsa) – 6.16m
- Bronze: Emmanuel Udo (Akwa Ibom) – 6.09m
This event was one of the most competitive at the festival, with all top-four competitors surpassing the 6.00m mark.
🥇 Discus Events – Bayelsa Leads the Field
Men’s Discus F55/56
- Gold: John Godgift (Bayelsa) – 27.82m
- Silver: Oborunshola Emmanuel (Delta) – 22.62m
- Bronze: Ashamo Christopher (Ondo) – 20.60m
Women’s Discus F55/56
- Gold (Tie): Ojosola (Ondo) & Oriemezee Joy (Imo) – 16.70m
- Bronze: Brown Elykis (Bayelsa) – 14.60m
This rare tie for gold in the Women’s Discus event highlights the competitiveness and determination of the athletes.
🏆 Top Medal Standings (Featured Para Events)
| Event | Gold | Silver | Bronze |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s Long Jump T45/46 | Nwanchukwu Bright (Abia) – 6.22m | Richard Oluduti (Bayelsa) – 6.16m | Emmanuel Udo (Akwa Ibom) – 6.09m |
| Men’s Discus F55/56 | John Godgift (Bayelsa) – 27.82m | Oborunshola Emmanuel (Delta) – 22.62m | Ashamo Christopher (Ondo) – 20.60m |
| Women’s Discus F55/56 | Ojosola (Ondo) & Oriemezee Joy (Imo) – 16.70m | – | Brown Elykis (Bayelsa) – 14.60m |
Bayelsa dominates the Discus events, securing multiple podium finishes, proving the state’s strength in field disciplines.
🌍 Para Athletics on the Rise in the Niger Delta
The enthusiasm for para athletics continues to grow, with Bayelsa, Abia, and Delta making strong impressions on the medal table. The festival showcased the immense talent in the Niger Delta region, paving the way for future national and international recognition.
🚀 1500m Women’s T53/54 Final – Results from Your Document
The 1500m T53/54 Women’s Final was another standout event, featuring elite para athletes.
Race Summary
- 🥇 Gold: Obilor Chidinma (Delta) – 6:11.44
- 🥈 Silver: Gold Esther (Bayelsa) – 7:36.19
- 🥉 Bronze: John Godwin (Rivers) – 9:03.13
- 4th Place: Nwocha Amarachi (Imo) – 9:35.36
This grueling 1500m battle saw Obilor Chidinma dominate the race, crossing the finish line in a stellar 6:11.44 to claim gold.
Event Details
- Top competitors from Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, and Imo demonstrated their endurance in the T53/54 category.
- Official timing provided by Timetronics.be, ensuring precise results.
⚡ Bonus: 100m T53/54 Results from Your Document
The 100m T53/54 Finals were held on April 4, 2025, featuring standout sprinters in both men’s and women’s races.
Men’s 100m T53/54 Final
Race 1
- 🏅 Gold: Emeka Promise Simeon (Ondo) – 21.35s
- 🥈 Silver: Idimegu Emmanuel (Imo) – 23.12s
- 🥉 Bronze: Benedict Austin Chukwu (Delta) – 27.45s
Race 2
- 🏅 Gold: Hope Emem (Bayelsa) – 18.45s
- 🥈 Silver: Zachariah Lucky (Rivers) – 25.23s
Women’s 100m T53/54 Final
- 🏅 Gold: Obilor Chidinma (Delta) – 21.59s
- 🥈 Silver: Festus Chidima (Bayelsa) – 25.64s
- 🥉 Bronze: Onyebuchi Chioma (Imo) – 32.35s
- ❌ DNF: Nnadi Happiness (Rivers)
Conclusion
The Niger Delta Sports Festival 2025 delivered thrilling para athletics performances, with Bayelsa making historic achievements in discus and sprint events. Delta’s Obilor Chidinma dominated multiple races, showcasing incredible resilience and skill.
This festival was a milestone in the development of para sports in Nigeria, proving that Niger Delta athletes are rising stars in African para athletics.
