The Wrestling Federation of Nigeria successfully hosted the freestyle, Greco-Roman, and women’s wrestling events at the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF) in Ogun State, producing outstanding performances from various states. Below is a detailed breakdown of medal distribution, top performances, and state rankings.
1. Medal Distribution by Wrestling Category
| Category | Gold 🏅 | Silver 🥈 | Bronze 🥉 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Men’s Freestyle 57kg | Bayelsa | Delta | Edo, Rivers |
| Men’s Freestyle 70kg | Bayelsa | Rivers | Ogun, Bayelsa |
| Men’s Freestyle 79kg | Ogun | Bayelsa | Imo, Benue |
| Men’s Freestyle 92kg | Edo | Bayelsa | Ogun, Rivers |
| Men’s Freestyle 125kg | Delta | Lagos | Osun, Bayelsa |
| Women’s Wrestling 53kg | Oyo | Bayelsa | Lagos, Edo |
| Women’s Wrestling 57kg | Bayelsa | Ondo | Rivers, Edo |
| Women’s Wrestling 65kg | Bayelsa | Rivers | Enugu, Delta |
| Women’s Wrestling 72kg | Bayelsa | Rivers | Ogun, Lagos |
| Women’s Wrestling 76kg | Ondo | Bayelsa | Lagos, Plateau |
| Greco-Roman 55kg | Bayelsa | Jigawa | Delta, Edo |
| Greco-Roman 60kg | Edo | Delta | Plateau, Bayelsa |
| Greco-Roman 63kg | Bayelsa | Lagos | Kano, Delta |
| Greco-Roman 67kg | Delta | Bayelsa | Lagos, Kano |
| Greco-Roman 72kg | Edo | Delta | Lagos, Ogun |
| Greco-Roman 77kg | Delta | Bayelsa | Lagos, Ogun |
| Greco-Roman 82kg | Bayelsa | Cross River | Sokoto, Delta |
| Greco-Roman 87kg | Rivers | Delta | Kwara, Plateau |
| Greco-Roman 97kg | FCT | Delta | Edo, Plateau |
| Greco-Roman 130kg | Delta | Ogun | Lagos, Bayelsa |
2. State Performance Rankings by Medal Count
| State | Gold 🏅 | Silver 🥈 | Bronze 🥉 | Total Medals 🏆 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayelsa | 8 | 5 | 6 | 19 |
| Delta | 7 | 6 | 5 | 18 |
| Edo | 4 | 3 | 5 | 12 |
| Ogun | 3 | 3 | 4 | 10 |
| Rivers | 3 | 3 | 3 | 9 |
| Ondo | 2 | 1 | 2 | 5 |
| Lagos | 2 | 0 | 4 | 6 |
| FCT | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Imo | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Benue | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Cross River | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Plateau | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| Kano | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Jigawa | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Sokoto | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Key Insights
- Bayelsa dominated, securing the highest total medals (19) across multiple categories.
- Delta followed closely, leveraging its strong wrestling tradition to earn 18 medals.
- Edo and Ogun maintained strong performances, ranking third and fourth respectively.
- Rivers, Ondo, and Lagos secured key victories but had lower medal totals.
3. Performance Trends & Notable Achievements
🏅 Bayelsa’s Wrestling Supremacy – Excelling in Men’s & Women’s Freestyle, Bayelsa set the pace for wrestling with consistent podium finishes.
🏅 Delta’s Competitive Edge – Dominating Greco-Roman categories, Delta established a powerful presence in both freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling.
🏅 Edo’s Growth – Securing multiple podium finishes, Edo remains a strong contender for future wrestling events.
🏅 Ogun’s Home Advantage – Leveraging local support, Ogun wrestlers performed exceptionally well, securing key victories.
Conclusion
The Wrestling events at NSF Ogun 2024 demonstrated high-level competition, tactical brilliance, and remarkable resilience from Nigeria’s top wrestlers. With Bayelsa leading the medal standings, Delta showcasing Greco-Roman dominance, and Edo proving competitive depth, the tournament sets the stage for future growth and greater inclusion in Nigerian wrestling.
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