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OAU hosts opening ceremony of 2026 West African University Games

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Obafemi Awolowo University opened the 2026 West African University Games with a ceremony on October 3, 2026. The university is the host of the 2026 Games and welcomed student athletes and guests from across West Africa.

What the institution said

  • The article is dated October 3, 2026.

    “October 3, 2026 2026-10-03 21:47”

  • The opening ceremony was held on October 3, 2026.

    “Sights from the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 West African University Games Oct 03, 2026”

  • Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, came alive for the opening ceremony.

    “Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife, came alive with colour, energy and excitement”

  • The 2026 West African University Games officially commenced with the opening ceremony.

    “the 2026 West African University Games (WAUG) officially commenced with a vibrant opening ceremony”
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  • The event brought together student athletes, officials, university representatives and guests from across West Africa.

    “The event brought together student-athletes, officials, university representatives and guests from across West Africa”

  • Obafemi Awolowo University is the host of the 2026 Games.

    “As host of the 2026 Games, Obafemi Awolowo University is proud to welcome the West African university community to the Great Ife campus”

  • The opening ceremony had a livestream available as of October 2, 2026.

    “WAUG 2026 Opening Ceremony: Livestream Available Oct 02, 2026”

  • The 2026 WAUG was reported to begin on October 2, 2026.

    “WAUG 2026 Begins Today Oct 02, 2026”

  • OAU intensified preparations for the 2026 West African University Games on September 28, 2026.

    “OAU Intensifies Preparations for 2026 West African University Games Sep 28, 2026”

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