Edith Agu-Ogoke, a National female boxer, who would be fighting in 75 kg class, has gained a semi-final ticket at the ongoing 11th Africa Games in Brazzaville on account of her continental rating, an official said.

Although National Chief Coach, Tony Konyegwachie, did not disclose Agu-Ogoke’s   rating, but confirmed that the boxer had drawn a bye into the semis.

Elena Vystropova (L) of Azerbaijan defends against Edith Ogoke (R) of Nigeria during the women’s Middleweight (75kg) boxing round of 16 of the 2012 London Olympic Games at the ExCel Arena August 5, 2012 in London. AFP PHOTO

Agu-Ogoke, a corporal in the Nigerian Army, represented the country at the 2012 London Olympics, where she reached the quarter-final, having been stopped by Russian Nadezda Torlopova.

She later went on to win a bronze medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. Agu-Ogoke,  said that she was optimistic of winning gold medal at the event. “I am here for a gold and I know I can do it. I believe in myself and my ability.

“I also know that by God’s grace I will fulfill my dream and desire in Brazzaville”. The Games, which commenced on Sept. 4 would end on Sept. 19.