Team Nigeria begins closed-door wrestling camp ahead of world championships

Summary

Nigerian wrestlers have started closed-door camping ahead of the 2026 World Wrestling Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan.

Highlights

• The camp is being held at two venues in Bayelsa and Ondo states.
• The Nigeria Wrestling Federation said the programme is meant to sharpen technical and tactical preparation before the competition.
• Akuh Purity, who chairs the federation’s technical committee, praised the approval of the camp and said it shows support for the athletes.
• Purity said the closed-door setup is meant to help wrestlers and coaches stay focused and work toward peak performance.
• The championships are scheduled to run from October 24 to November 1.