Nigerian Wrestling Federation to host U.S. training camp

The Nigerian Wrestling Federation (NWF) has announced the establishment of a training camp at Iowa State University in the United States. The initiative is designed to prepare athletes for the 2026 World Wrestling Championships, which are scheduled to take place in Astana, Kazakhstan, from October 24 to November 1.

NWF President Bashir Adeniyi approved the camp to facilitate collective training for Nigerian wrestlers residing in various parts of the U.S., including student-athletes. The program will also include home-based wrestlers with valid U.S. visas and aims to identify and integrate new talent of Nigerian descent into the national team.

Women’s Wrestling Coach Purity Akuh expressed support for the move, noting that the Iowa camp provides access to world-class facilities, high-level competition, and elite coaching.