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The Kwara State Sports Commission under the leadership of Coach Bolakale Adisa Mogaji has congratulated Eniola Mariam Bolaji on her historic emergence as the world’s No. 1 para badminton player, describing the feat as a landmark moment for sports development in the state and the nation.
In a congratulatory message issued today, 18th of February 2026 by the Press Secretary of the Commission, Taofiq Mustapha, the Executive Chairman, Kwara State Sports Commission, Mallam Bolakale Adisa Mogaji, praised Bolaji’s discipline, resilience, and unwavering commitment to excellence, noting that her rise to the summit of the global rankings is the reward of years of focused preparation and sacrifice.
According to Mogaji, the achievement validates the sustained investment of the Kwara State Government in sports development, inclusion, and athlete empowerment, particularly for persons with disabilities. He said Bolaji’s success has brought immense pride to Kwara State while also enhancing Nigeria’s profile on the international para-sports stage.
Describing the milestone as “a defining moment for sports development in Kwara State,” the Chairman said it exemplifies what is possible when talent is nurtured with purpose, structure, and consistent institutional support.
Mogaji reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to providing an enabling environment for athletes with disabilities to thrive and compete at the highest levels, adding that the Commission remains resolute in its mission to discover, develop, and promote sporting talents across the state, while championing inclusivity and excellence across all sporting disciplines.
He further noted that Bolaji’s global success serves as a source of inspiration to young athletes, underscoring the message that determination, coupled with the right support system, can deliver world-class achievements.
The Executive Chairman also congratulated the entire Kwara State badminton family, both at home and in the diaspora, on the landmark accomplishment, describing it as a collective victory for the state’s sports community.
The Commission once again congratulated Eniola Mariam Bolaji and wished her continued success as she proudly flies the flag of Kwara State and Nigeria on the world stage.
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