Benue varsity clinches 10 medals in historic WAUG outing
The Rev. Father Moses Orshio Adasu University (MOAU), formerly known as Benue State University (BSU), has celebrated an unprecedented sporting milestone following an impressive performance at the just-concluded 15th West African University Games (WAUG). The 2026 WAUG edition, themed “Uniting Universities, Inspiring Excellence,” concluded its thrilling 10-day run from October 2 to October 12,…
The Rev. Father Moses Orshio Adasu University, formerly known as Benue State University, achieved a historic milestone by clinching 10 medals at the 15th West African University Games (WAUG). The 10-day event, held from October 2 to October 12, 2026, saw Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife emerge as overall champions. MOAU's contingent of 10 athletes secured 2 gold, 3 silver, and 5 bronze medals, showcasing dominance in taekwondo, badminton, and athletics.
The University secured a historic 13th-place finish among over 20 competing higher institutions across West Africa. Dr. Victor Terkimbi Ikpato, Director of Sports and leader of the delegation, expressed gratitude to the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Timothy Terseer Alabar, for his unwavering support. Taekwondo coach James Akor also commended the Vice-Chancellor's financial and moral backing, stating that the future of sports at the University under Dr. Ikpato's leadership is promising.
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