The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has cast doubt on plans to host the 2025 National Trials at the MKO Abiola Stadium in Abeokuta, throwing preparations for the crucial World Championships qualifiers into confusion just days before the scheduled event. The trials, originally set for July 31 to August 2, serve as the mandatory selection
Nigeria delivered a spectacular performance on the final day of the African U-18/U-20 Athletics Championships in Abeokuta, sweeping the podium in both the girls’ and women’s 200m events while shattering long-standing records in the relays. Miracle Ezechukwu led the charge, securing her third gold medal of the tournament with a personal best of 23.87
Noah Lyles, the reigning Olympic 100 metres champion, is preparing for his return to the track at the London Diamond League on Saturday, nearly one year after claiming gold at the Paris 2024 Games. The 28-year-old American sprinter, known for his flamboyant personality and bold declarations, is stepping into a new chapter of his career
British teenage sprinter Divine Iheme is making headlines in the world of athletics after setting age-group records that put him ahead of some of the biggest names in the sport at a similar stage of their careers. Iheme, who stunned the athletics world last summer by clocking 10.3 seconds in the 100 metres at just
July 8, 2025 | France — Nigeria’s sprint sensation, Usheoritse Itsekiri Ajayi, delivered a blistering performance on Sunday as he stormed to a 9.92 seconds finish in the men’s 100 metres final at an athletics meet in France, setting a new meet record. The electrifying run not only secured Ajayi the gold medal but also
July, 2025 — Abuja, Nigeria — The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has expressed concern over reports that Nigerian sprint star, Favour Ofili, has switched her sporting allegiance to Turkey, and says it is taking urgent steps to address underlying issues affecting athlete welfare and retention. In a statement issued on Thursday, the Federation acknowledged
There will be no Nigerian representation at the sixth leg of the 2025 Diamond League when the series heads to Oslo, Norway, on Thursday. The prestigious meet, set to take place at the historic Bislett Stadium, will feature some of the biggest names in global athletics as preparations intensify ahead of the World Athletics Championships
