Four Ugandan boxers disappear after Commonwealth Games
Four members of the Ugandan boxing team have gone missing following the end of the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow. The athletes, identified as Angel Katushabe, Nuhu Batte, Ibrahim Khemis, and Emily Nakalema, did not join their teammates for the scheduled trip home. One of the boxers revealed that they plan to seek asylum in hopes of better training opportunities. Ugandan officials are working to locate the missing athletes and are expected to release a statement soon.
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- Angel Katushabe, Nuhu Batte, Ibrahim Khemis, and Emily Nakalema failed to return with the Ugandan team after the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
- According to NBS Sports, the four boxers intend to seek asylum for improved training and career prospects.
- The athletes have asked Ugandans for understanding and not to judge their decision.
- The Ministry of Education and Sports is preparing a statement regarding the incident.
- Previous cases include six athletes missing after the 2018 Games and two rugby players disappearing during the 2014 Glasgow Games.
