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15th West African University Games results

Overview

Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), the host institution in Ile-Ife, Osun State, emerged as the overall champion of the 15th West African University Games. OAU secured a total of 122 medals, including 33 gold, 50 silver, and 39 bronze.

The University of Ghana finished in second place with 26 gold, 21 silver, and 12 bronze medals. Other top performers included Benson Idahosa University in third and the University of Ibadan in fourth.

Philip Shaibu, Director-General of Nigeria’s National Institute for Sports (NIS), commented on the victory, stating that the success of Nigerian universities indicates a ‘bright future for the nation's sports landscape’ and highlighting the importance of university athletics for talent discovery.

Entities

Obafemi Awolowo University · University of Ghana · University of Ibadan · National Sports Commission · Benson Idahosa University

Timeline

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    Obafemi Awolowo University won the 15th West African University Games, securing 122 medals to finish ahead of the University of Ghana and Benson Idahosa University.

Sources

blueprint.ng · dailytrust.com · edugist.org · nannews.ng · phenomenal.com.ng · premiumtimesng.com · punchng.com · sahelstandard.com · sports247.ng · thisdaylive.com

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