While Team Nigeria added three silver and four bronze medals, it wasn't enough to maintain their second-place position.
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MMA is a demonstration sport at the 2023 African Games, meaning medals awarded here don’t contribute to the official standings. Even if it does not improve the fortunes of Nigeria on the medals table, these victories showcase the strength of the country’s MMA fighters.
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