The former Director General of NAFDAC, Dr Paul B. Orhii, OON, will be in Sheffield to cheer his son Russel Orhii. This Ushongo son is competing as one of the elite powerlifters at this prestigious event.
Details of the event, as shared by Dr Orhii, states, “The Sheffield Powerlifting Championships hosts 24 of the world’s strongest powerlifters to battle it out for the title of champion of champions. 12 men and 12 women will form an all-star roster for an action-packed night of heavy squats, bench presses and deadlifts, aiming to put together the biggest total weight across those three lifts. Who can break the world record total by the greatest margin?”
The event will take place on Sunday, 26 January 2025, at Sheffield City Hall Oval Hall, Pinstone St, Sheffield City Centre, Sheffield S1 2HH, United Kingdom.
The New Times celebrates Russel and wishes him well in the world-class competition.
