Lagos hosts first Commonwealth Fencing Championships in Africa
The Commonwealth Federation Fencing Championships have officially started in Lagos, bringing together delegations from 20 nations for six days of top-level competition. This marks the first time the senior championships are being held on African soil. Marie-France Dufour, President of the Commonwealth Fencing Federation, praised Nigeria’s preparations and the enthusiasm of its athletes. Nigerian fencers, including Folayemi Akinyosoye and Adebodunrin Thomas, expressed excitement and determination to make their country proud.
Match highlights
- The championships are taking place at Rugby School Nigeria in Atlantic City, Victoria Island, Lagos.
- Over 20 countries are competing across senior, U-23, veteran, and wheelchair categories, with U-23 and wheelchair events debuting in Lagos.
- Adeyinka Samuel, President of the Nigeria Fencing Federation, called the tournament historic and a dream come true.
- Olaitan Ogunbiyi from the Local Organising Committee praised the team’s dedication and predicted a smooth event.
- The first day features men’s and women’s epee, foil, and sabre competitions.
