Abia State Dominates South-East Weightlifting Championship

The South-East Zonal Weightlifting Championship concluded in Umuahia, with Abia State emerging as the top performer, winning 8 gold medals, 1 silver, and 1 bronze. Imo State followed with 2 gold, 3 silver, and 1 bronze, while Anambra secured 3 silver and 1 bronze.

Ebonyi State achieved 2 silver and 2 bronze, and Enugu State finished last with 3 bronze medals. The championship aimed to discover new weightlifting champions for Abia and Nigeria, highlighted by Divine Emmanuel's gold medal in the 55kg category with a lift of 155kg.

At the closing ceremony, Abia State Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development, Nwaobilor Nwadinma Ananaba, commended the athletes' competitive spirit and acknowledged Governor Alex Otti for hosting the tournament and providing modern weightlifting equipment. Chief Bernard Ezema, Coordinator of the National Sports Commission for the South-East zone, remarked on the region's efforts to enhance youth engagement in sports, contributing to peace in the area.