Commonwealth Games: LASU VC Congratulates Student On Weightlifting Bronze Medal

Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji-Bello, the Vice-Chancellor of Lagos State University (LASU) has congratulated Islamiyat Yusuf, a Sandwich Degree student of the institution on winning a bronze medal in weightlifting at the ongoing Commonwealth Games.

The VC lauded the Physical and Health Education student in a statement issued on Thursday in Lagos.

Olatunji-Bello said the student of the university's Ilesha Campus won the women’s 64kg category by lifting 93kg in the snatch, clean and jerk: 113kg, 116kg and 119kg with a total result of 212kg.

“I congratulate Yusuf on the performance; I declare her feat praiseworthy, which is the product of hard work, dedication and grit.

“Yusuf represents a breath of fresh air, an inspiration for other young ladies, especially those whose passion lies in sports.

“Apart from bringing glory to Nigeria, Yusuf’s achievement will further draw attention to the immense sporting potential in LASU and also place the university on the global map through sports,” she said.

The VC prayed that Islamiyat would keep flourishing in her fatherland.