Chairman of the Kogi State Table Tennis Association, Dr. Shaibu D. Mohammed, has congratulated Yahaya Olanrewaju Atoto on his impressive victory at the 2026 Mfon Usoro Lawyers Table Tennis Championship held in Lagos.
Ola defeated five-time defending champion Ahmed Ajila 3–1 in a thrilling final to reclaim the prestigious Mfon Usoro Cup and end Ajila’s five-year dominance of the competition.
The Chairman described the victory as a remarkable achievement and a proud moment for the entire Kogi State table tennis family. He commended Ola’s exceptional skill, determination, resilience and commitment to continuous improvement.
According to him, Ola’s triumph is a clear demonstration that hard work, consistency, discipline and perseverance ultimately pay off. He noted that his return to the summit, after previously winning the championship in 2018 and 2019, is a testament to his enduring passion and dedication to the sport.
Dr. Mohammed further stated that the victory would inspire other players in Kogi State to remain committed to their dreams and continue striving for excellence.“On behalf of the Kogi State Table Tennis Association, I warmly congratulate Yahaya Olanrewaju Atoto on this outstanding achievement.
His victory is a victory for Kogi table tennis and a reminder to every athlete that hard work and consistency truly pay off.”The Association wishes the champion continued success and greater achievements in the years ahead.
Dr. Shaibu D. Mohammed
Chairman Kogi State Table Tennis Association