West Africa Para Games Hailed as Turning Point for Disability Sports

West Africa Para Games hailed as turning point for disability sports

By Nana Yaw Preko In a landmark moment for disability sports in Africa, President of the African Paralympic Committee (AfPC), Mr. Samson Deen, has described the upcoming 1st West Africa Para Games as a “turning point” for the continent. The historic event is set to take place in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Nigeria, in September 2025, with full endorsement from the AfPC. Mr. Deen paid an official visit to Nigeria on Thursday, July 31, 2025, as part of …

Samson Deen endorses Nigeria’s hosting of West Africa Para Games

In a major step towards West Africa’s first sub-regional para-sporting event, the President of the African Paralympic Committee (AfPC), Mr. Samson Deen, completed a pivotal visit to Nigeria. His trip comes ahead of the inaugural West Africa Para Games, which will take place in Abeokuta, Ogun State, in September 2025. Mr. Samson Deen’s visit signals AfPC’s commitment to growing inclusive sports in Africa. It also aims to drive political and finan…