The excitement surrounding the 13th edition of the ECOWAS African Wrestling Tournament is reaching its peak, with just 48 hours left until the prestigious event begins in Nigeria’s capital, Abuja.
Participating nations are finalizing their travel plans ahead of the tournament, which is set to take place from March 6th to 8th, 2025, at the Velodrome of the Moshood Abiola Stadium. Wrestling powerhouses from Benin Republic, Côte d’Ivoire, T
he Gambia, Ghana, Guinea Bissau, Guinea Conakry, Liberia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, and Togo are all preparing to challenge host nation Nigeria, which aims to win on home soil.
After securing a third-place finish in the 12th edition (2023) in Niger Republic, Nigeria is determined to reclaim the top spot in front of its home fans.
The tournament has grown significantly since its inaugural edition in 2001, which featured just three countries—Niger, Nigeria, and Burkina Faso.
This year’s tournament holds special significance as it coincides with the 50th Anniversary of ECOWAS, adding even more excitement to the competition.
With fierce rivalries, skilled wrestlers, and a rich tradition of African wrestling, the Abuja showdown promises to be an electrifying spectacle for the entire sub-region.
