Raphael Botsyo Nkegbe: 'I competed to honour President Samson Deen's faith in Ghana's para athletes
Raphael Botsyo Nkegbe, a veteran Ghanaian wheelchair racer, competed in the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, stating his participation was driven by a desire to honour the confidence and unwavering support shown to para athletes by NPC Ghana President and African Paralympic Committee President, Samson Deen. Speaking after competing in the Men's T54 1500m final, Nkegbe described Deen as one of the few leaders who have consistently believed in the potential of Ghana's para athletes and invested in creating opportunities for them to compete on the international stage.
According to Nkegbe, every member of Team Ghana carried a sense of responsibility to justify the trust placed in them by the NPC Ghana leadership, and their performances were also a tribute to those who champion the growth of para sports despite limited resources. The experienced Paralympian stressed that sustained investment in athletes, quality preparation, and institutional support remain the key ingredients for winning medals at major international competitions. He called for broader national support from government, corporate Ghana, and other stakeholders to complement the efforts of the National Paralympic Committee. Ghana's para athletes continue to draw praise for their performances at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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