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Ekiti Para Athletes Set Records, Return from 2026 National Games The Ekiti State para-athletes contingent has returned home after an impressive outing at the 2026 National Para Games held at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, where they recorded historic achievements. The games, which ran from March 26 to April 3, 2026, saw Ekiti athletes compete in six sporting events, securing medals across multiple categories and setting new milestones for the state. Notably, the contingent made history in wheelchair basketball, para soccer, and para swimming—events in which Ekiti participated for the first time and still emerged with medals. In individual performances, Taiwo Olasunkanmi clinched gold in para karate, while Araomo Oladapo Stephen secured silver in the same event. The wheelchair basketball team also delivered a strong performance, earning a silver medal. Ajimati Modupe won bronze in para powerlifting, while Olaniyi Joshua claimed bronze in shot put. Ofere Modupe added another bronze...

Ekiti Para Athletes Depart For 2026 National Para Games Ekiti State has officially flagged off its participation in the 2026 National Para Games, as the state’s contingent of para athletes departed Ado-Ekiti for Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory, on Thursday, March 26, 2026. The team, made up of athletes, coaches, and officials, left from the Oluyemi Kayode Stadium amid excitement and optimism, signaling their readiness to compete with other contingents from across the country in the highly anticipated national event. In a farewell address, Technical Adviser to the Governor on Sports Development, Dr. , reaffirmed the strong commitment of Ekiti State Governor to promoting inclusivity and improving the welfare of Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) through sustained investment in sports development. She charged the athletes to conduct themselves with discipline and pride, urging them to serve as worthy ambassadors of the state while representing Ekiti on the national stage. Dr. Ose...