Rita Ferdinand
Nigerian para powerlifter (born 1995)
About Rita Ferdinand
Born 1995. Rita Ferdinand is a Nigerian.
Rita Ferdinand (born 11 September 1995) is a Nigerian para powerlifter.
Career Ferdinand made her World Para Powerlifting Championships debut in 2025 and won a gold medal in the women's up to 79 kg category, defeating 2024 Summer Paralympics gold medalist Han Miaoyu. She set an African record with a lift of 153 kg.
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Who is Rita Ferdinand?
Nigerian para powerlifter (born 1995)
When was Rita Ferdinand born?
Rita Ferdinand was born on 11 September 1995.
What nationality is Rita Ferdinand?
Rita Ferdinand is Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Rita Ferdinand. https://biography.guide/rita-ferdinand/
MLA: "Rita Ferdinand." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/rita-ferdinand/.
Chicago: "Rita Ferdinand." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/rita-ferdinand/.
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