6th Islamic Solidarity Games: Uganda weightlifter Ojede optimistic prior to facing competitive field

Rafiatu Lawal Wins Triple Gold as Nigeria Shines at Islamic Solidarity Games

Nigeria’s campaign at the 2025 Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, got off to a brilliant start as weightlifter Rafiatu Lawal claimed a stunning hat-trick of golds in the women’s 58kg category, the country’s first medals, on Sunday. Lawal dominated the event, lifting 98kg in the snatch and 122kg in the clean & jerk, for a combined total of 220kg, to secure Nigeria’s first-ever gold medals at this year’s Games. The 28-year-old finis…

6th Islamic Solidarity Games: Uganda weightlifter Ojede optimistic prior to facing competitive field

6th Islamic Solidarity Games (Weight-lifting): Tuesday, 11th November 2025 At Boulevard SEF Arena 01B, Riyad 94 Kg (3 PM) The 6th edition of the Islamic Solidarity Games (ISG) in Riyadh city, Saudi Arabia continues with aggression across the different venues for the 23 sports disciplines. In weightlifting, Tuesday, 11th November 2025 will mark the fourth day of action at these games organized by the Islamic Solidarity Sports Association (ISSA).…