File: President of the Nigeria Para Swimming Federation, Prince Adeshina Adeyemi
Newly elected President of the Nigeria Para Swimming Federation, Prince Adeshina Adeyemi, has set his sights on delivering success for Nigerian athletes at the 2028 Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, unveiling an ambitious plan centred on grassroots development, more competitions, and greater international exposure for swimmers.
Speaking with reporters in Lagos at the weekend, Adeyemi, who was recently sworn into office alongside Vice President, Dr Ahmed Alao, following the inauguration of the new board by the National Sports Commission, said his administration’s priority would be to create more opportunities for athletes to train and compete both locally and internationally.
“I am committed to working with dedication to promote the growth of para swimming and support our athletes,” Adeyemi said. “Together, we can create more opportunities, strengthen our federation and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our athletes.”
Among his immediate priorities is securing the inclusion of para swimming at the 2026 National Sports Festival in Enugu, and the new president has revealed that discussions have already begun with relevant authorities.
