In a landmark endorsement of Nigeria’s growing sporting reputation, the International Fencing Federation (FIE) has spotlighted the country as a key destination for future international fencing competitions. This follows the triumphant hosting of the 23rd African Fencing Championships at Charterhouse Lagos from June 25 to 29. FIE Secretary General Gulnora […]
The 23rd African Fencing Championships are heating up, and Nigeria’s young guns are stealing the spotlight. In one of the most stunning upsets of the tournament so far, 20-year-old Oluwafolayemi Akinyosoye delivered a career-defining performance by defeating top-seeded Olympic silver medallist Fares Farjani of Tunisia in the men’s individual sabre […]
Nigeria is set to make sporting history once again, as the 23rd African Fencing Championships head to Lagos from June 25 to 29, 2025. With over 200 elite fencers from 26 African nations confirmed, the event marks a defining moment not only for Nigeria’s sporting evolution but for the African […]
Although medals were out of reach, Team Nigeria’s participation at the 2025 World Junior Fencing Championships in Wuxi, China has been hailed as a strategic win by the Nigeria Fencing Federation (NFF)—a move focused on experience, exposure, and future growth. Led by Nigeria’s top-ranked fencer, Inkosi Brou, the six-athlete team […]
The Egyptian fencing team, known for its dominance in African championships, is poised to make a mark at the 2024 Men’s Junior Epee Fencing World Cup in Lagos, Nigeria. Scheduled for December 14-15, the event promises thrilling competitions and an opportunity for athletes to climb the global rankings. Egypt’s Rising […]
