The Nigeria Weightlifting Federation, otherwise known as NWF, is the national governing body that oversees the sport of weightlifting in Nigeria.

Nigerian Weightlifters in Uzbekistan 2021 The Nigerian team won four of the 10 gold medals in the Commonwealth playoffs, two silver and three bronze medals at the World Championships.

“Stella Kingsley competing in the 50 kg won the gold medal in her category.

“Joy Eze competed in the 71 kg category, won a gold medal, and also won silver at the World Championships.

Team coach Helen Idahosa, a 2000 Olympian super heavyweight athlete, said she knew the game and knew what it takes to motivate a lifter to do their best.