Nigerian Paralympic bronze medalist Ms Mariam Eniola Bolaji has been named the recipient of the 2024 Africa Women in Badminton Award (AWIBA), in recognition of her outstanding achievements and inspiring journey in para-badminton.
According to Premium Times report, the prestigious award was presented during the Badminton Confederation Africa (BCA) Annual General Meeting held on Thursday, 24 April, in China.
Bolaji, a multiple-time African champion, becomes the second Nigerian to receive the honour, following in the footsteps of badminton veteran Obiageli Solaja, who received the award in 2019.
Receiving the award on her behalf, President of the Badminton Federation of Nigeria (BFN), Francis Orbih, described the recognition as timely and well-deserved.
He commended Bolaji’s dedication and trailblazing accomplishments, noting her impact on the growth of para-badminton in Africa.
Bolaji, is a multiple-time African champion, becomes the second Nigerian to receive the honour,
Source/ Premium Times
