Russia Paralympic Committee Invites NPC Nigeria to Krasnodar Para Athletics Championship

The National Paralympic Committee of Nigeria (NPC Nigeria) has been invited by the Russia Paralympic Committee to participate in the 2026 Russia Para Athletics Championship scheduled to take place in Krasnodar, Russia from 29th to 3rd October 2026.

The invitation is part of ongoing international cooperation and efforts to provide Nigerian para-athletes with opportunities for high-level competition and international exposure.

Representing Nigeria at the three-day championship will be Emmanuel Okibe Ogbonna, a para-athlete in the T47 classification, who received the invitation through the Russia Paralympic Committee after meeting all the criteria of World Para Athletics.

President of NPC Nigeria, Mr. Sunday Odebode, described the invitation as another demonstration of the Committee's commitment to the continuous development of para athletics in Nigeria.

According to him, participation in international competitions provides Nigerian para-athletes with valuable competitive experience while contributing to their long-term preparation for major international competitions.

The NPC Nigeria President expressed appreciation to the Russia Paralympic Committee and World Para Athletics for the opportunity and wished Emmanuel Okibe Ogbonna and the entire Nigerian delegation a successful outing in the three-day championship.

He reaffirmed NPC Nigeria's commitment to strengthening international partnerships that will promote the growth and development of Para Sport in Nigeria.