Olofua, also Africa’s number 1 ranked player in the men’s doubles, made his desire to be in the Olympics known in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos.
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The victory has now set the stage for the final against Algeria later on Sunday.
Benjamin Orakpo, Head Coach, National Badminton Team of Nigeria, says he is the happiest man in the world with Nigeria’s gold medal victory in the All African Senior Mixed Team championship.
Francis Orbih, President, Badminton Federation of Nigeria, says Nigeria’s 3-2 victory over Mauritius in All Africa Senior Mixed Team Championship on home soil is the icing on the cake for him.
BFN’s Vice-President, Muhammad Maina, told the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos that the move would encourage participation of more physically challenged persons in the sport.
Chung was found dead by his wife at their home early on Friday, a badminton official said.
Orbih, who gave the hint in a telephone interview with the News Agency of Nigeria in Lagos, said that Adesokan would embark on the tour at a yet-to-be announced date, as part of preparations for the Tokyo Olympics programme.