Lagos Heats Up as Nigeria Hosts 2025 ITTF West Africa Regional Table Tennis Showdown
The stage is set. From Wednesday, July 16 to Saturday, July 19, the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall at Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos becomes the heartbeat of West African table tennis as the 2025 ITTF Africa West Regional Championships serve off in spectacular fashion.
This high-stakes tournament doubles as a qualifier for the 2025 African Championships in Kigali, Rwanda, drawing the best of the best from across West Africa for four action-packed days of team and singles competition.
Nigeria: The Host and the Hunted
As the perennial powerhouse, Nigeria enters the tournament with a rich legacy—but recent cracks in their dominance have opened the door for rivals.
The Nigerian men’s team, powered by stars like Matthew Kuti, Taiwo Mati, Muiz Adegoke, Abdulbasit Abdulfatai, and Matthew Fabunmi, are out to reclaim their title and erase the sting of Togo’s shocking 3-2 upset in Lomé in 2024.
Togo: The Giant Slayers
Led by US-based ace Kokou Fanny, Togo arrives in Lagos with serious momentum. Backed by rising stars Atarou Assou and Kossi Akakpo, the Togolese team is no longer content with just making headlines—they want the crown.
Côte d’Ivoire: The Silent Threat
Don’t sleep on Côte d’Ivoire. With Oba Oba Kizito, the inaugural regional champion, returning from Paris, the Ivorian squad is laser-focused on turning close calls into championship gold after years of heartbreak.
Women’s Spotlight: Nigeria Eyes Another Title
Despite the absence of reigning champion Hope Udoaka, Nigeria’s women remain favorites. Veteran Ajoke Ojomu will marshal a new wave of talent, including Aishat Rabiu and Aziza Sezuo, as they aim to keep the women’s crown on home soil.
Lagos Heats Up as Nigeria Hosts 2025 ITTF West Africa Regional Table Tennis Showdown
Schedule to Watch:
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Thursday, July 17 – Team Champions Crowned
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Saturday, July 19 – Singles Finals & Closing Ceremony
This year’s tournament isn’t just about medals—it’s about national pride, regional bragging rights, and a golden ticket to the continental stage in Kigali.
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