Commonwealth Games 2026: Ezuruike Wins Nigeria's First Medal With Powerlifting Silver

Commonwealth Games 2026: Ezuruike Wins Nigeria's First Medal With Powerlifting Silver

Sampson Adedeji

Nigeria's Roland Ezuruike has won the country's first medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after claiming silver in the men's Lightweight Group A Para Powerlifting event, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

Ezuruike delivered an impressive performance throughout the competition and came within touching distance of winning the gold medal.

However, his final attempt at a Games record lift of 190kg was unsuccessful, leaving him to settle for silver.

The Nigerian Para powerlifter finished the event with a total of 153.9 points from two successful lifts, securing Nigeria's first podium finish of the Games.

His achievement marks an encouraging start for Team Nigeria's medal campaign as the country continues its quest for honours across various events at the Commonwealth Games.