The battle for regional supremacy in West African table tennis is set to intensify as top teams converge on Lagos for the 2025 ITTF Africa West Regional Championships.
The tournament, scheduled to take place from July 16 to 19 at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, will feature fierce contests in both team and singles events, with national pride and continental tickets at stake.
Historically, Nigeria has dominated the region, but recent years have seen rising challenges from nations like Togo and Côte d’Ivoire. Togo’s men’s team, led by US-based star Kokou Fanny, is looking to replicate its historic 3-2 victory over Nigeria in the 2024 final. Nigeria’s men’s squad, however, boasts a strong lineup, including Matthew Kuti, Taiwo Mati, Muiz Adegoke, Abdulbasit Abdulfatai, and Matthew Fabunmi.
In the women’s category, Nigeria is expected to maintain its dominance despite the absence of reigning singles champion Hope Udoaka. Veteran Ajoke Ojomu will captain the team, guiding rising stars Aishat Rabiu and Aziza Sezuo in their quest to retain the title.
Championship Details
– Dates:July 16-19, 2025
– Venue:Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall, Teslim Balogun Stadium, Lagos
– Events:Team and singles events for men and women
– Qualifier for:2025 African Championships in Kigali, Rwanda
The four-day tournament will culminate on Saturday, July 19, with the singles finals, while team champions will be crowned on Thursday, July 17.
With over 10 countries participating, including Sierra Leone, Guinea, and Niger Republic, which are returning to the competition after years of absence, the championship promises high-stakes action, intense rivalries, and a celebration of West African table tennis excellence.
