75 Nigerian student-athletes may miss the World University Games for lack of funds

The Nigerian University Games Association (NUGA) has expressed concerns over the potential absence of 75 Nigerian athletes at the forthcoming World University Games in China.

After a successful trial in May at the University of Benin, NUGA faces a no-show because of a lack of funds.

Nigeria’s contingent was primed to compete in seven out of the 15 compulsory sports at the Biennial World University Games, including Track and Field, Swimming, Badminton, Judo, Taekwondo, Table…