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Nigeria win 35 medals at Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championships

Summary by The Lagos Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Punch Newspapers, as published by The Punch · September 3, 2026 · 1 min read

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Nigeria's swimming team had a notable achievement, securing a total of 35 medals. The medals included 17 gold, with the overall performance being the best in over a decade.

The achievement occurred at the Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championships. Further details about the event and Nigeria's performance are available.

More information can be found through the source, which provides additional context and details about the championships and Nigeria's medal wins.

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Category: News · Published: September 3, 2026 · Source: The Punch · Reading time: 1 min

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Nigeria win 35 medals at Africa Zone 2 Swimming Championships

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