By Jacob Ajom

After 15 days of non-stop contest, the curtain will today fall on the 9th All Africa Games in Maputo, Mozambique. The Games will be rounded off with a colourful closing ceremony, at the 42,000-seat stadium constructed by the Chinese in the suburb of Zimpeto.

As at the time of going to press Saturday night, Team Nigeria was  placed second on the medals table, with South Africa coming first.

Meanwhile, Olympic bronze medalist, Chika Chukwumerijie, has lost the Taekwondo gold to an Ivorian foe. Chika lost 11-10.