Team Nigeria’s impressive run at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow continued as Lawal secured the country’s sixth gold medal by setting a new Commonwealth Games record in the para powerlifting competition.
Lawal delivered an outstanding performance, surpassing a strong lineup of competitors with a record-breaking lift that not only won him the gold but also cemented his place in the Games’ history.
This achievement further solidifies Nigeria’s status as a leading nation in para powerlifting, a sport where it has consistently thrived on the global stage.
With enthusiastic support from teammates and officials, Lawal celebrated his triumphant lift, which drew a wave of applause from the spectators present at the venue.
This latest gold contributes to Nigeria’s growing medal collection at the Glasgow Games, underscoring the country’s ongoing success in para sports and showcasing the resilience of its athletes internationally.
Officials from the Nigeria Paralympic Committee and Team Nigeria commended Lawal’s remarkable feat, highlighting it as a significant milestone for Nigerian sports and a source of inspiration for aspiring athletes nationwide.
Nigeria’s para powerlifters have long been standout representatives at major competitions like the Commonwealth Games, Paralympic Games, and World Championships, consistently earning medals and setting new records.
With several events yet to conclude, Team Nigeria remains hopeful about adding more medals to their tally as the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games progress.
