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The five-time Olympian is one of Nigeria's most successful female table tennis players, having represented the country at multiple African Games, Commonwealth Games, and Olympic Games.
Nigeria's Table Tennis icon, Offiong Edem, has announced her retirement from international competition.
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The 37-year-old, a five-time Olympian, announced on her Instagram page. She expressed gratitude to her family, friends, and fans for their unwavering support throughout her career.
In her post, the 37-year-old wrote, “As a proud 5-time Olympian, I bid farewell to the national team. It’s time to explore new horizons and nurture young table tennis talents, inspiring the next generation to surpass my achievements.
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“I extend heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has supported me on this incredible journey: family, friends, and well-wishers. Your unwavering love and encouragement mean the world to me. From humble beginnings in Bayside to international recognition, I am deeply thankful.”
Edem also expressed her appreciation to the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), and the Nigeria Table Tennis Federation (NTTF) for providing her with a platform to showcase her talents globally.
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Fatimo defeated Offiong 3-2 (11-6, 11-13, 9-11, 11-9, 11-5) in the first round of the singles event at the Molade Okoya-Thomas Hall of Teslim Balogun Stadium despite Edem’s higher rating.
“Thank you #IOC #NOC #NTTF, and I thank God for the talent and opportunities it brought. So much has been achieved, and I’m grateful. I bow out but remain committed to the table tennis community, empowering young stars. Once again, thank you all for your support. Peace and Love,” she added.
The five-time Olympian is one of Nigeria's most successful female table tennis players, having represented the country at multiple African Games, Commonwealth Games, and Olympic Games.
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