Team Nigeria Departs for Inaugural African Boxing Elite Championships in Nairobi
Nigeria will be among the countries competing at the inaugural African Boxing Elite Championships scheduled to hold in Nairobi, Kenya, from October 15 to 28, 2026.
The Nigerian contingent will feature boxers competing in 10 weight categories, comprising five male and five female athletes, as the country seeks to make a strong impression at the continental championship.
A total of 19 delegates will make up the contingent for the competition, reflecting the country’s commitment to promoting elite boxing and strengthening its presence on the African boxing stage.
The team is scheduled to depart Nigeria on Tuesday, October 13 and arrive in Nairobi on October 14, ahead of the opening of the championship.
The competition will provide an important platform for Nigeria’s elite boxers to test their abilities against some of the continent’s best, gain valuable international experience and demonstrate the depth of Nigerian boxing talent.
The National Sports Commission wishes the team a successful outing and urges the athletes to uphold the country’s reputation for competitiveness, discipline and excellence as they represent the nation in Kenya.
