After a disappointing performance by Nigeria at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Eniola Mariam Bolaji has brought pride to the nation by winning Nigeria’s first medal at the Paralympics, marking a significant achievement for the country on the global stage.
Eniola was also the first African athlete to win a medal in Para-Badminton, winning a Bronze medal for Nigeria in the women’s Singles SL3.
Bolaji Monday morning defeated her Ukrainian opponent, Oksana Kozyna in straight sets 2-0 (21-9, 21-9), to win Nigeria’s 1st Paralympics medal in Paris.
Eniola , who had her eyes on gold, lost 2-0(16-21, 17-21) to China’s Zuxian Xiao in the semi-final on Sunday, but she ensured she made up with the bronze on Monday.
Medal drought for Nigeria has finally ended after barren outings at the Olympic Games and the recently concluded World U-20 Athletics Championship.
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