World Athletics has rejected sprinter Favour Ofili's nationality switch to Turkey, citing insufficient ties and a government recruitment strategy. The NSC and AFN have welcomed her return to Nigeria.
World Athletics has rejected Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili's nationality switch to Turkey, citing concerns over aggressive recruitment practices. The AFN welcomes her return to compete for Nigeria.
Day two of the MTN CHAMPS Grand Final in Ibadan saw thrilling 100m races, with a dead heat in the Senior Men's event and Maria Thompson Omokwe setting a personal best to win the women's title.
Day two of the MTN CHAMPS Grand Final in Ibadan saw thrilling 100m races, with a dead heat in the men's event and Omokwe's victory in the women's category, alongside impressive junior performances.
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World Athletics has rejected Favour Ofili's transfer to Turkey, citing a government-led recruitment strategy. The Nigerian sprinter's move was denied, impacting her Olympic eligibility.
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has selected a 24-athlete team, led by Chidi Okezie and Patience Okon-George, to compete in all six relay events at the 2026 World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, Botswana.
Northern Ireland's fencing stars, Scott Adair and Thea Leadley, prepare for the 2026 Commonwealth Championships in Lagos, Nigeria, marking the event's West African debut under coach Mike Westgate.
Australian sprinter Gout Gout, aged 18, has broken Usain Bolt's 200m record with a time of 19.67 seconds at the Australian Athletics Championships, marking a historic achievement in athletics.
Learn about the London Marathon entry process, including public ballot, Good For Age times, charity routes, and costs for 2026/2027. Discover how international runners, including Americans, can secure a spot.
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Nigerian sprinter Blessing Ogundiran made history at the South Florida Invitational, clocking 10.98 seconds in the women's 100m to break her own NAIA record and tie for the global lead in 2026.
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The Athletics Integrity Unit has escalated a 10-year suspension to a lifetime ban for Nigerian coach Hameed Muritala after he was found guilty of doping a minor athlete, citing leniency concerns.
A skydiver has died after their parachute apparently failed to open during a charity jump at Headcorn Aerodrome in Kent on Easter Monday, with eyewitnesses describing the tragic incident.
Nigeria secured only three relay slots for the 2026 World Relays, with hopes for more resting on withdrawals by other nations after mishaps in Botswana.
Nigerian sprinter Rosemary Chukwuma delivered a career-best performance, defeating training partner Favour Ofili to win the women's 100m at the Battle on the Bayou meet in Louisiana, USA.
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Bayelsa State Governor Douye Diri announces the state's transformation into a sports and youth development center, hosting a 10km international road race with 2,000 athletes to boost the local economy and prepare for the 2028 National Sports Festival.
Nigeria's athletics squad competes in Botswana National Trials to secure World Athletics Relays 2026 spots, while AFN officials plead with sprinter Ashe Favour to return to the national team.
World Athletics has officially renewed the Gold Label status for Nigeria's Okpekpe International 10km Road Race, confirming its position as Africa's premier 10km event. The 11th edition is scheduled for May 23, 2026, in Edo State.
Nigeria's Tobi Amusan, Ditaji Kambundji, and Masai Russell lead a star-studded field in the women's 100m hurdles at the 2026 Wanda Diamond League in Xiamen, China, featuring world record holders and top-ranked athletes.
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Miracle Ezechukwu achieved a historic 22.91s in the 200m, becoming Africa's fastest woman outdoors in 2026, as the MTN CHAMPS Continental Relays ended with thrilling races and relay victories in Jos.
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