3 h. ago Tinubu Congratulates Gumel, Amusan On Appointment, 2025 WAC Feat

President Bola Tinubu has congratulated two distinguished Nigerians, Farouk Gumel and Tobi Amusan, on their recent outstanding achievements. Gumel was appointed Chairman of Botswana Sovereign Wealth Fund Limited, while Amusan won a silver medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the 2025 World Athletics Championships (WAC) in Tokyo, Japan. In a statement by his spokesman, […]

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10 h. ago NSC Pays Athletes’ Allowances, Bonuses At Tokyo World Championships

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has paid the allowances and bonuses of the Team Nigeria athletes at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan. NSC’s Director of Press, Dr. Kehinde Ajayi disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday morning. Ajayi highlighted that the NSC Director General, Hon Bukola Olopade held an important meeting […]

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11 h. ago Amusan Salvages Team Nigeria’s Campaign With Silver Medal In Tokyo

World record holder in the 100m hurdles, Tobi Amusan, has salvaged Team Nigeria’s campaign at the ongoing 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo by clinching a silver medal for the country in the Women’s 100m hurdles final yesterday. The Nigerian sprint star finished in 12.29 seconds, securing second place behind Switzerland’s Ditaji Kambundji, who claimed […]

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26 h. ago Tobi Amusan Wins Silver In Women’s 100m Hurdles At Tokyo 2025 World Championships

Nigeria’s sprint sensation, Tobi Amusan, showcased her dominance at the Tokyo 2025 World Championships, first booking her place in the women’s 100m hurdles final with an impressive semifinal performance. The 27-year-old clocked 12.36 seconds (-0.2) to finish ahead of the Netherlands’ Nadine Visser (12.45s) and Poland’s Pia Skrzyszowska (12.51s), entering the final with the fastest […] The post Tobi Amusan Wins Silver In Women’s 100m Hurdles At Tokyo 2025 World Championships appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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29 h. ago Tobi Amusan Cruises To Women’s 100m Hurdles Final At Tokyo World Championships

In a stunning display of athletic prowess, Tobi Amusan, the world record-holder in the women’s 100m hurdles, delivered yet another remarkable performance at the Tokyo World Championships on Monday. The Nigerian sprinter cruised to victory in her semifinal heat, clocking an impressive time of 12.36 seconds to secure her place in the prestigious final. Amusan’s […]

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29 h. ago Nathaniel Clinches Victory In Tokyo, Advances To Men’s 400m Hurdles Semifinals

Team Nigeria’s Ezekiel Nathaniel delivered a breathtaking display of athletic prowess on Monday, storming to victory in the final heat of the men’s 400m hurdles at the World Athletics Championships ‘Tokyo 2025’. The young athlete clocked an impressive time of 48.37 seconds to secure his place in the semifinals and leaving spectators in awe of […]

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41 h. ago Kanyisola’s historic 100m final sparks hope for Nigeria’s sprinting future – Oredipe

In a moment that rekindled memories of Nigeria’s glory days in sprinting, Dr. Kolawole Oredipe, a respected Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) board member and auditor, has praised Ajayi Kanyisola’s remarkable performance at the Tokyo World Athletics Championships. Ajayi, who blazed through the heats in a sensational 9.88s and followed up with 9.93s in the […] The post Kanyisola’s historic 100m final sparks hope for Nigeria’s sprinting future – Oredipe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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45 h. ago Kanyinsola Ajayi Becomes First Nigerian Man In 18 Years To Reach World Championships 100m Final

Kanyinsola Ajayi has etched his name in Nigerian sports history by becoming the first Nigerian man in 18 years to qualify for the 100m final at the World Athletics Championships. The announcement was made by “Making of Champions” on their Instagram page, highlighting Ajayi’s remarkable achievement at the Tokyo 2025 World Championships. Ajayi secured his […] The post Kanyinsola Ajayi Becomes First Nigerian Man In 18 Years To Reach World Championships 100m Final appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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48 h. ago Tokyo 2025 World Championships: Amusan cruises into 100m hurdles semi

Nigeria’s sprint queen and world record holder, Tobi Amusan, booked her place in the semi-finals of the women’s 100m hurdles read more Tokyo 2025 World Championships: Amusan cruises into 100m hurdles semi-finals

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48 h. ago Tokyo 2025 World Championships: Ajayi makes history, qualifies for 100m final

Nigerian sprint sensation Kanyinsola Ajayi has stormed into the men’s 100m final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo read more Tokyo 2025 World Championships: Ajayi makes history, qualifies for 100m final

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49 h. ago Kanyinsola Ajayi Finishes 6th In Men’s 100m Finals At World Athletics Championships

In a historic moment for Nigerian athletics, 21-year-old Kanyinsola Ajayi made his debut in the men’s 100m final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, bringing an end to an 18-year wait for the country in the prestigious event. Ajayi delivered a commendable performance, crossing the finish line in sixth place with a time […]

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49 h. ago World Championships: Ajayi qualifies for 100m final, first Nigerian in 18 years

Nigeria’s Kayinsola Ajayi has secured a place in the 100m men’s final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships taking place in Tokyo. Ajayi’s qualification on Sunday makes him the first Nigerian to achieve the milestone in 18 years; Olusoji Fasuba achieved the same feat in 2007. Ajayi clocked 9.9 seconds, finishing second in Heat 1 […] The post World Championships: Ajayi qualifies for 100m final, first Nigerian in 18 years appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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58 h. ago Tobi Amusan Shines In 100m Hurdles At World Athletics Championships

Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan clinched victory in the final heat of the women’s 100m hurdles at the ongoing World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, on Sunday. Amusan stormed across the finish line with an impressive time of 12.53 seconds, solidifying her status as a favourite in the competition. Her performance was nothing short of remarkable, as […]

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58 h. ago 2025 WAC: AFN Breaks Silence On Team Nigeria’s Kit Controversy

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has dismissed reports suggesting a controversy over Team Nigeria’s kits with World Record holder Tobi Amusan, insisting that all the athletes were fully equipped and prepared for the ongoing 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo. LEADERSHIP recalls that Amusan, had in a viral video expressed her disappointment regarding Nigeria’s […]

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3 d. ago 2025 WAC: Chukwuebuka Secures Third Consecutive Shot Put Final Spot

Nigeria got early medal signs at the 2025 World Athletics Championships (WAC) in Tokyo, Japan, as Chukwuebuka Enekwechi seals a slot at the shot put final. Enekwechi delivered two outstanding throws of 20.83 m, qualifying 5th in Group A and 7th overall. With a showdown like this, Chukwuebuka was gradually cementing his spot among established […]

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3 d. ago 2025 WAC: Enekwechi Advances To Men’s Shot Put Final As Chioma, Amaechi Drop Out

Team Nigeria’s Chukwuebuka Enekwechi has progressed to the men’s Shot Put final at the 2025 World Athletics Championships (WAC), which commenced on Saturday in Tokyo. The US-born Nigerian athlete demonstrated impressive form, securing his place in the final with two notable throws measuring 20.83m. This effort saw him finish fifth in Group A and seventh […]

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3 d. ago Team Nigeria Aims For Medal Glory As 2025 World Athletics Championships Kick Off In Tokyo

Nigeria is gearing up for a formidable challenge at the 20th World Athletics Championships, which commence on Saturday in Tokyo, Japan. The country’s quest for medal success will be spearheaded by discus thrower Obiageri Pamela Amaechi, who previously secured a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games. After returning without a medal from the last Championships […]

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4 d. ago Team Nigeria Aims For Medal Glory As 2025 World Athletics Championships Begin In Tokyo

  Nigeria is gearing up for a formidable challenge at the 20th World Athletics Championships which commence on Saturday in Tokyo, Japan. The country’s quest for medal success will be spearheaded by discus thrower Obiageri Pamela Amaechi, who previously secured a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games. After returning without a medal from the last […]

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6 d. ago Team Nigeria Depart For World Athletics Championships in Tokyo

Nigeria’s delegation of athletes and officials has departed for the 2025 World Athletics Championships taking place in Tokyo, Japan, set to commence on Saturday, September 13. While some athletes based in the United States have already arrived in Tokyo, the contingent includes a blend of home-based competitors and team officials. Last week, the Athletics Federation […]

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2 w. ago Why We Picked Only Amusan, Burme, 13 Others For World Championships – Alli

The chief executive officer of the Elite Athletes Development and Performance Board, Yussuf Amuda Alli, has explained why Team Nigeria will be attending the Tokyo 2025 World Athletics Championships with a lean team. The official Team Nigeria list, which was made public yesterday, comprises seven female and eight male athletes who will compete in 11 […]

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