Paris Paralympics: Details Emerge As Onyinyechi Mark Sets World Record, Wins Nigeria’s First Gold Medal

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By Abiola Olawala

Onyinyechi Mark has clinched Nigeria’s first gold medal at the ongoing 2024 Paris Paralympics.

Mark, a 23-year-old Nigerian athlete won the gold medal in the 61kg Para-Powerlifting event at the Paralympics 2024.

She lifted 150kg, setting a new world record in the event.

She overcame the challenge from China’s Cui Jianjin, who won silver after lifting 140 kilograms.

Her victory earned Team Nigeria’s third medal at the Paris Paralympics.

The New Diplomat reports that on Wednesday, Esther Nworgu won the silver medal in the women’s up to 41kg para-powerlifting event.

Eniola Bolaji also won a bronze medal in the women’s singles SL3 badminton event.

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