Abeokuta Set for Historic West Africa Para Games

With just two days to go, Abeokuta is poised to make history as it prepares to host the inaugural West Africa Para Games a landmark event set to unite the sub-region in an unprecedented celebration of Para sports, inclusion, and regional cooperation.

The Games, scheduled for November 26 to December 4 at the Moshood Abiola Sports Arena, will bring together athletes, officials, and dignitaries from across West Africa for the first multi-sport Para competition of its kind.

At the forefront of the international delegation is Mr. Samson Deen, President of the African Paralympic Committee (AfPC), whose expected presence at the opening ceremony underscores Africa’s growing commitment to strengthening opportunities for Para athletes.

His involvement further signals continental support for the development of structured pathways that elevate the performance and visibility of persons with disabilities in competitive sports.

Chairman of the Paralympic Committee of Nigeria (PCN), Sunday Odebode, affirmed that Abeokuta is fully prepared to welcome all visiting contingents. He noted that Nigeria is determined to set a new benchmark in hosting standards, ensuring athletes and officials experience world-class organization, security, and hospitality.

Odebode emphasized that the Games reflect a shared ambition among West African nations to deepen cooperation and advance Para sports beyond national borders.

The significance of this championship goes beyond competition. It marks a transformative step in the region’s sporting landscape, arriving at a time when Para sports in West Africa are becoming more structured, better funded, and increasingly visible on the global stage.

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By gathering elite athletes alongside national sports leaders and technical experts, the Games will facilitate cross-border collaboration aimed at building sustainable sporting systems for persons with disabilities.

For eight days, Abeokuta will serve as the hub of a sporting renaissance, showcasing athletes whose stories of resilience continue to inspire millions. The event also aligns with Nigeria’s broader sports development agenda championed by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope vision, which seeks to expand the nation’s sports economy and position Nigeria as a prime destination for major international competitions.

The choice of Abeokuta with its modern infrastructure, vibrant cultural heritage, and readiness to host reinforces Nigeria’s leadership in regional sports development. As final preparations intensify, excitement continues to grow across West Africa, setting the stage for an unforgettable celebration of unity, athletic excellence, and the limitless potential of Para sports.