World Fencing bigwigs set to attend 23rd African Championships in Lagos
Top officials from the International Fencing Federation (FIE) are set to grace the 23rd African Fencing Championships, taking place in Lagos, Nigeria, from June 25 to 29, 2025.
Leading the FIE delegation are Vice President Novak Perovic and Secretary General Gulnora Saidova, alongside other global dignitaries.
The five-day, 12-event tournament will be hosted at Charterhouse Lagos in Lekki, with Olympic and World Champions expected to compete. The event underscores Nigeria’s growing prominence in the international fencing community.
Among the high-ranking officials already in Lagos are Ndaiye Mbagnick, President of the African Fencing Confederation, and Patricia Aiyenuro, President of the British Fencing Federation
They will be joined by key figures from the Nigeria Fencing Federation, including Adeyinka Samuel, President; Babatunde Soyoye, Chairman of the Board; Obinna Anyanwu, Vice Chairman; and Rachael Samuel, Vice President
According to the organisers, Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu will officially open the tournament on Wednesday, June 25.
Over 150 athletes from across the continent will compete for glory, with host nation Nigeria aiming to end its medal drought on home soil.
The management of Charterhouse Lagos has assured participants of a world-class experience in a welcoming and professional environment.
“A professional, welcoming, international facility with high-level organisation, efficiency, and a world-class experience. We aim for visiting fencers to be impressed, possibly surprised, and to take away a lasting impression of just what can be achieved here in Lagos, Nigeria,” said Angela Hencher, Chief Operating Officer, Charterhouse Lagos.
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