Ghana’s national armwrestling team, the Ghana Golden Arms, has secured four gold and four silver medals at the ongoing 2026 World Armwrestling Championships in New Delhi, India.
The achievement has attracted praise from Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, who has congratulated the athletes for their performances at the international competition.
In a statement shared on her official Facebook page, Professor Opoku-Agyemang commended the team for showcasing Ghana’s sporting talent on the global stage.
“Once again, the Ghana Golden Arms have demonstrated the immense talent our athletes possess,” she wrote.
She disclosed that the team had already won eight medals, comprising four gold and four silver, as the championships continued in the Indian capital.
Among the athletes recognised for their performances were Blessed Abeka Nunoo and Mabel Kwabeah Yeboah, who secured gold medals for Ghana.
The Vice President also congratulated Grace Minta for winning two silver medals, alongside Florence Boakye Mensah and Dodzi Asinu, who also claimed silver medals.
“I extend my warmest congratulations to Blessed Abeka Nunoo and Mabel Kwabeah Yeboah for their gold medal victories, Grace Minta for winning two silver medals, and Florence Boakye Mensah and Dodzi Asinu for their silver medals,” she stated.
Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang further acknowledged the contributions of the coaching staff and technical team, commending them for their dedication and hard work.
“I also commend the coaches and the technical team for their hard work,” the Vice President added.
With the competition still underway, she encouraged the Ghanaian athletes to maintain their focus and determination as they seek to add to the country’s medal tally.
“As the championships continue, I encourage our Golden Arms to remain focused and determined to give their very best,” she said.
Ghana’s latest medal haul underscores the team’s performance at the global armwrestling competition, with further opportunities to improve its tally as the championships progress.
