In a development that has sent ripples through the Nigerian athletics community, sprint sensation Favour Ofili has officially confirmed her decision to switch national allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey. The 21-year-old, who has been one of the brightest prospects in Nigerian track and field in recent years, made the announcement amid growing speculation over her
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
Lagos, June 22, 2025 – Nigerian sprint sensation and 150m world record holder, Favour Ofili, has officially initiated the process to represent Turkey in international competitions, her move reportedly effective from May 31, 2025, just months before the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. Multiple reputable sources, including The Punch, Premium Times, The Guardian, and Premium
Athletics Indoor Championships, according to the final entry list released by World Athletics. The event, scheduled for March 21–23 in Nanjing, China, will see a nine-member Nigerian team led by shot put standout Chukwuebuka Enekwechi and 400m sprinter Chidi Okezie. Nigeria’s contingent includes seven male and two female athletes competing across high jump, long jump,
