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FIE selects Nigerian for China training

Posted : 05 February 2025

The International Fencing Federation (FIE) has selected Nigerian teenage fencer Wisdom Okanlawon to attend a high-performance training camp in Wuxi, China, in preparation for the 2025 Cadet & Junior World Championships.  


Okanlawon, 18, is one of five athletes chosen from 30 African countries to participate in the elite training camp, which will take place from April 1 to 12.  


The camp, organized in collaboration with Olympic Solidarity, aims to identify and support top talent from across Africa, providing athletes with world-class training and competition opportunities.  


According to the Nigerian Fencing Federation, Okanlawon’s selection is a testament to his remarkable achievements in the sport and his potential to excel at the highest level.  


The training camp will offer him the chance to refine his skills under the guidance of top coaches.  


After the camp, Okanlawon will compete at the World Championships from April 13 to 15, where he will face off against the best junior fencers globally.  


“This opportunity is a significant milestone not only for Okanlawon but also for Nigerian and African fencing,” said Adeyinka Samuel, President of the Nigerian Fencing Federation.  


“It highlights the growing recognition of African athletes in international sports and provides a platform for Okanlawon to showcase his talent on a global scale.”  


Samuel described Okanlawon as a homegrown fencer who has distinguished himself and serves as a role model to others. “We are happy that he will be able to train under top coaches and also compete against the best fencers in the world,” he added.  

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