Karate: Nigeria to host UFAK Region 2 Championship on Dec 22

Nigeria will host the Union of African Karate Federations (UFAK) African West Region 2 International Karate Championship for Cadet, Junior and Senior categories. .
The Championship is scheduled to take place at the Moshood Abiola Stadium velodrome (Package A) from 22nd to 23rd December, 2023.
Speaking on the tournament, Technical Director of Karate Federation of Nigeria (KFN), Sensei Dave Jegede said that over 108 karatekas have registered for the championship with Nigeria fielding 44 athletes.
Jegede said the country is prepared to welcome Togo, Ghana, Benin Republic, Burkina Faso and Côte d’Ivoire for the tournament.
“We are prepared and the Federation is putting in place all logistics for the successful hosting of the championship.
“There are eight countries that make up the region but Niger Republic will not be participating due to the sanctions imposed on it by ECOWAS and out of the remaining seven countries, five have indicated interest to be part of the championship.
“Over 108 karatekas have registered for the championship and the Federation is using the velodrome at Package A, the facilities, hotel and other logistics are in place.
“As you’re aware, we’re the leading nation in the West African region; Nigeria is presenting 44 athletes and coaches in the cadet, junior and senior categories. We are hopeful of winning laurels”.
He revealed that the championship will be used to select athletes for the forthcoming All African Games in Ghana next year.
Jegede said, “The athletes have been told to remain focused and the championship is a prelude to preparations for the All African Games; their performance here will enable us to shortlist them for the big task ahead”, he concluded