Joy Onaolapo
Nigerian Paralympic weightlifter
About Joy Onaolapo
Lived 1982 – 2013 (aged 30). Joy Onaolapo was a Nigerian powerlifter.
Joy Onaolapo (24 December 1982 in Sapele, Nigeria – July 2013) was a Nigerian champion Paralympic weightlifter. She won the gold medal in the 52 kg powerlifting category at the 2012 London games.
Onaolapo was confirmed dead in July 2013 at the age of 30. Nigerian former President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan described "the death of the Nigerian Paralympian gold medallist, Mrs. Joy Onaolapo as a big loss to the nation." Coach Ijeoma Iheriobim, "has described late Onaolapo as a committed and diligent athlete."
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Who was Joy Onaolapo?
Nigerian Paralympic weightlifter
When was Joy Onaolapo born?
Joy Onaolapo was born on 24 December 1982 in Sapele.
When did Joy Onaolapo die?
Joy Onaolapo died on 1 July 2013 in Edo State.
What was Joy Onaolapo's occupation?
Joy Onaolapo was a powerlifter.
What nationality was Joy Onaolapo?
Joy Onaolapo was Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Joy Onaolapo. https://biography.guide/joy-onaolapo/
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