October 17, (THEWILL) — Nigerian powerlifter, Folashade Oluwafemiayo, has broken her own world record at the World Powerlifting Championships in Cairo, Egypt. Competing in the women’s 86kg category, she lifted 168kg to claim the gold medal and surpass her previous mark of 167kg.
The achievement confirms Oluwafemiayo’s position as the strongest woman in her weight class in history. Her new record establishes a fresh benchmark for competitors worldwide and extends her dominance in the sport. The lift in Cairo also shows her continued excellence and consistency at the highest level of competition.
This victory delivers Oluwafemiayo’s fourth World Championship title for Nigeria. Her career includes two Paralympic gold medals alongside her world titles, reflecting years of discipline and exceptional performance. Each competition has reinforced her standing among the world’s elite powerlifters.
The record-breaking lift adds another kilogram to her personal best and widens the gap between Oluwafemiayo and her rivals. Her ability to improve her own standards year after year has defined her career. The 168kg mark now stands as the target for all future competitors in the category.
Oluwafemiayo’s success continues Nigeria’s strong tradition in international powerlifting. She has consistently represented her nation with distinction at major championships across the globe.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
