Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has congratulated Rukayat Suleimon for winning gold at the World Sambo Cup in Yerevan, Armenia.
Suleimon became the first female blind sambist in the world to win a gold medal at the competition.
In a statement issued on Monday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, the governor praised her achievement and described it as historic.
He commended the Lagos State judo champion for defeating opponents from Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan to win the women’s 54kg category.
Sanwo-Olu said: “Congratulations to Rukayat Suleimon for making Nigeria and Africa proud by winning a gold medal at the World Sambo Cup, held in Yerevan, Armenia.
“I am so proud of her becoming the first Nigerian and African to win gold at an international sambo event and the first female blind sambist globally to achieve such a feat.”
He added that her victory reflects determination and preparation.
He said: “The record set by Rukayat Suleimon is commendable and shows the world what Nigerian excellence looks like.
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“Winning a gold medal during an international debut is no small feat.
“The success is a result of Suleimon’s preparedness, determination and commitment to the competition.”
The governor described Suleimon as an inspiration to young Nigerians.
He said: “She is an inspiration and role model for young girls across Nigeria who dream big. We are so proud of her.”
