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Overseas-born athletes flock to Nigeria as Ofili and others lead exodus

Nigerian track and field is experiencing a paradoxical situation where homegrown talents are leaving to represent foreign federations, while athletes trained abroad are choosing to compete for Nigeria.

Feb 28 β€’ 00:17 UTC
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National & Local

AIU bans Nigeria’s long-distance runner Solomon

The Athletics Integrity Unit has imposed a three-year ban on Nigerian long-distance runner Blessing Solomon for testing positive for a banned substance.

Feb 18 β€’ 00:42 UTC
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Sports

Adegoke, Olaoye cap brilliant Nigerian athletics weekend

Nigeria's athletics athletes showcased impressive performances over the weekend, highlighted by Olympic finalist Enoch Adegoke and sprinter Fola Olaoye in Europe.

Feb 9 β€’ 01:56 UTC
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Sports

Adeshina joins Bowerman watch list

Nigerian high jumper Temitope Adeshina has been included in The Bowerman mid-indoor watch list, recognizing her as one of the top collegiate athletes this season.

Feb 6 β€’ 00:20 UTC
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Olatunde to open season in New Mexico

Nigerian sprinter Olaolu Olatunde will begin his 2026 indoor season at the New Mexico Collegiate Classic, marking his first competition with the University of Iowa after transferring from Harding University.

Feb 5 β€’ 01:51 UTC

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