Glasgow 2026: Lawal powers team Nigeria to sixth gold with games record lift
Nigerian weightlifter Rafiatu Folashade Lawal won gold at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, setting a new record in the women's 58kg event. Nigeria has secured a total of 10 medals, including six golds, during the competition.
Why it matters
The success of Nigerian athletes at international multi-sport events serves as a significant source of national pride and highlights the growth of African sports talent.
Team Nigeria's Rafiatu Folashade Lawal successfully defended her Commonwealth Games title in dominant fashion, smashing records on her way to gold in the women's 58kg weightlifting event, DAILY POST reports. Lawal finished first with a combined total of 229kg, setting a new Commonwealth Games record and leaving the rest of the field trailing behind.
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