Obafemi Awolowo University made a remarkable impression during the 11th Federation of African University Sports (FASU) Games, held at the University of Lagos (UNILAG) and Lagos State University (LASU) from September 22 to 29, 2024.
Despite being represented by five athletes in four sports out of the 17 offered, OAU secured 9th place on the medal table with an impressive five gold medals and one silver.
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Moreover, the exceptional performance of OAU’s athletes – Ogunbeyi Peter Oluwadamilara, Akhabue Priscilla Hallelujah, Oluigbo Stacy Ifeyinwa, Oyeyemi Adedoyin, and Olokede Atoyebi Samuel in their different events earned the university a prestigious spot among the top 10 institutions.
Ogungbe Peter Oluwadamilare, a student from the Department of Kinesiology, Health Education and Recreation, won his second gold medal in the Open Judo Games, defeating LASU.
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Additionally, Oluigbo Stacy Ifeyinwa, also from the Department of Kinesiology, Health Education and Recreation, partnered with Akhabue Priscilla Halleluyah from the Faculty of Science to secure victory in the Scrabble (Doubles) event, earning another gold medal from Team OAU.
The athletes outstanding achievements were made possible by the dedication and hard work of their coaches that prepared them for the games despite the short notice of participation.
Pelumi Oluwayinka, Director of Sports, Great Ife Students’ Union congratulated the athletes and coaches for their remarkable feat.
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‘I extend my congratulations to each athlete that represented OAU at the 11th FASU Games. Your exceptional performance has elevated the image of the school to the global stages’, Oluwapelumi said.
‘This achievement is the beginning of the great heights we will continue to achieve in the sports community of OAU. Together, let us continue to push our talents and sports onto the global stage’, he added.
The impressive sport activities showcased by Students of Obafemi Awolowo University at the FASU Games demonstrates the university’s commitment to promote excellence in sporting activities.