The Abia State Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Philemon Asonye Ogbonna, has congratulated Miss Esther Ogechika Nworgu on winning a gold medal at the ongoing Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
It should be recalled that Nworgu, an indigene of Umuaka in Ukwa West Local Government Area of Abia State, received some cash donation in 2024 from Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Otti in appreciation of the medal she won during a Paralympics competition in Paris, France. She also won a gold medal at the 2023 National Para Games in Abuja, secured gold medals at the 2022 Africa Paralympic Powerlifting Championship in Cairo, Egypt, and earned a silver medal at the 2023 World Paralympic Powerlifting Tournament in Dubai in 2023.
In a congratulatory message issued on Friday, Ogbonna described Nworgu’s victory as a testament to her determination, commitment, consistency, discipline, and total trust in God.
The Commissioner, who commended Governor Otti for the support and encouragement he has been giving to Abians across various sectors, praised the champion for bringing pride and honour to Ukwa West, Abia State, and Nigeria at large through her remarkable achievements on the international stage.
He urged young people in Abia State to channel their talents and energy into productive ventures, including sports and other meaningful pursuits that can create opportunities for personal growth and contribute positively to society.
Ogbonna also encouraged Esther Ogechika Nworgu to remain focused and continue striving for excellence, expressing confidence that she would achieve even greater success in the future.
