Nigeria has named a 25-member squad for this year’s Commonwealth Fencing Championships, which will be held in Lagos from August 9 to 14 at Rugby School Nigeria, Eko Atlantic City, Victoria Island, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.
The squad comprises 12 para fencers and 13 athletes in the able-bodied category.
The team is led by UK-based sabreur Folayemi Akinyosoye and Adebodunrin Thomas.
Akinyosoye, ranked No. 119 in the world, has grown into a leadership role after gaining experience at major continental competitions, including reaching the quarter-finals of the 2025 African Championships.
At 21, he will captain Nigeria’s men’s sabre team in both the U-23 and senior events as he competes in front of the home fans.
Adebodunrin is also regarded as one of the rising stars of Nigerian fencing. She made her debut at the 2025 African Championships in Lagos, helping the women’s épée team secure a top-five finish.
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