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The Nigeria Weightlifting Federation, NWF, has congratulated Ruth Asuquo Nyong on her outstanding silver medal performance in the women’s 48kg event at the ongoing Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Nyong lifted a combined total of 168kg to secure a place on the podium, and add to Nigeria’s growing medal haul at the Games.
She finished second behind India’s Mirabai Chanu Saikhom, who claimed the gold medal with a Commonwealth Games record total of 190kg, while Malaysia’s Irene Jane Henry settled for bronze with 167kg.
Reacting to the achievement, President of the NWF, Dr. Ibrahim Abdul, described Nyong’s performance as a reward for months of hard work, discipline and quality preparation.
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“I am delighted with Ruth Nyong’s silver medal performance. She competed with great determination and showed the fighting spirit Nigerians are known for,” Abdul told the NWFL media.
“On behalf of the Nigeria Weightlifting Federation, I congratulate her for making the country proud and adding another medal to Team Nigeria’s tally.”
The NWF President urged the remaining Nigerian weightlifters to draw inspiration from Nyong’s success as they prepare for their respective events.
“I want to encourage every member of our weightlifting contingent to remain focused and believe in their abilities. Ruth has shown that the podium is within reach. I urge the rest of our athletes to go out there, give their best and do the Federation and Nigeria proud by excelling in their events.”
