About Ruth Ogbeifo
Born 1972. Ruth Ogbeifo is a Nigerian weightlifter.
Ruth Ogbeifo (born 18 April 1972) is a Nigerian weightlifter.
At the 1999 World Championships in the 75 kg category she won bronze medals in snatch, clean and jerk, and overall.
She competed in the 75 kg weight class at the 2000 Summer Olympics and won the silver medal, with 245.0 kg in total.
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Who is Ruth Ogbeifo?
Nigerian weightlifter
When was Ruth Ogbeifo born?
Ruth Ogbeifo was born on 18 April 1972 in Delta State.
What is Ruth Ogbeifo's occupation?
Ruth Ogbeifo is a weightlifter.
What nationality is Ruth Ogbeifo?
Ruth Ogbeifo is Nigerian.
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