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Agara Hails Nigeria’s Best-Ever Performance at African Karate Championship

Posted : 29 July 2025

Silas Agara, President of the Karate Federation of Nigeria (KFN), has described the just concluded African Karate Championship in Abuja as the best outing ever for Team Nigeria.

 

Speaking on the country's performance, Agara noted that Nigeria’s previous highest medal haul at any continental championship was just one gold, one silver, and one bronze. He commended the current squad for surpassing that mark and showcasing their talent on a larger stage.

 

“Our athletes have reached a point where they can demonstrate their abilities and leave a solid record in continental championships,” he said.

 

Agara emphasized that Nigeria has both the infrastructure and organizational capacity to host international events.

 

“Egypt participated with 10 world-class athletes, and Nigeria met them in the finals. Karate has truly come to stay in Nigeria. We must now groom our cadets and juniors to eventually take over from the aging athletes,” he said.

 

He also expressed appreciation to the Federal Government and the National Sports Commission (NSC) for their support in successfully hosting the championship.

 

“I’m proud that this championship received praise from both the President of the World Karate Federation and the President of the Union of African Karate Federation, along with their executive boards,” Agara added.

 

“We are ready and capable of hosting more continental—and even world—championships. This event has proven our potential and showcased African talent, with Nigeria standing tall among the world’s best.”

 

A total of 31 countries participated in the championship, which ran from July 21 to July 28 at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium in Abuja.

 

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