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Seven-time National Champion, Ogene Ifeanyi who hails from Anambra state, will be making his 2nd major world event after appearing at the first Dubai Open held last year.
The world number 403 said aside having the aspiration of winning a medal for his fatherland Nigeria, he plans to gather points ahead of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
"Since the Olympic Committee succeeded in including Karate amongst sports that will be competed for at the games most Nigeria Karatekas have started plans to appear at both Africa and overseas tournaments to boost our points. The nation can be great in Karate if they are motivated with appearances at major events as well as properly kitted," Ogene with the WKF ID number NGR2038 and fighting in the Kumite category said.
Currently ranked 222 in the world with WKF ID, NGR2039, Ocholi who will be hoisting Nigeria flag in the Kumite Heavy weight category, said she is motivated by the cash prize.
“What will be a motivating factor for us is the cash prize to be won at the Premier League. It has been stated by the organizer that gold medalist goes home with 500 Euros while silver and bronze wins 300 and 100 Euros respectively,” the Kogi born athlete said.
Four Nigeria Karatekas participated at the Karate 1 Premier League in 2016.
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