Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has congratulated Ghana’s national armwrestling team, the Golden Arms, following their impressive performance at the ongoing 2026 World Armwrestling Championships in New Delhi, India.
The team has so far secured four gold and four silver medals, showcasing Ghana’s growing competitiveness in the sport on the international stage.
In a congratulatory message shared on her official social media platforms, the Vice President praised the athletes for demonstrating the immense talent Ghana possesses and commended their determination and achievements at the global competition.
She specifically congratulated Blessed Abeka Nunoo and Mabel Kwabeah Yeboah for their gold medal victories, while acknowledging Grace Minta, who won two silver medals, as well as Florence Boakye Mensah and Dodzi Asinu for their silver medal performances.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang also commended the coaches and technical team for their hard work and contribution to the athletes’ performance.
She encouraged the Golden Arms to remain focused and determined as the competition continues, urging them to give their very best in the remaining contests.
The 2026 championship, which runs from October 26 to November 7, is the 47th World Armwrestling Championship and the 28th World Para Armwrestling Championship. It is being hosted by the People’s Armwrestling Federation of India and has attracted more than 1,700 athletes, officials and supporters from over 60 countries.
Ghana’s medal-winning performances build on the country’s growing reputation in international armwrestling, with the Golden Arms continuing to make their mark at continental and global competitions.
The team’s participation in the New Delhi championship provides another opportunity to strengthen Ghana’s standing in the sport and inspire the next generation of armwrestling talent.
Story by : Akora Kofi Darko
