Nigerian athlete faces 20 years jail term for fraud
In a shocking revelation sending shockwaves through the athletics community, Nigerian long jumper Mercy Abire may face up to 20 years in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to commit…
AFN Expresses Concern Over Amusan Doping Allegations
The country Nigeria was thrown into shock in the early hours of Wednesday morning when the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) made an allegation against Nigerian athlete Tobi Amusan, claiming that…
Commonwealth Games: CGF reacts to host pulling out
Expressing disappointment in the Victoria City of Australia for pulling out of hosting the Commonwealth Games, the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) stated that the figures provided by the Victorian government…
Tobi Amusan Charged With Doping, Fights to Secure Spot at World Championships
Ahead of the World Championships, Tobi Amusan, the reigning women’s hurdles world record-holder, has been ensnared in an alleged anti-doping rule violation, casting a cloud of uncertainty over her upcoming…
Tobi Amusan Clinches Victory in Women’s 100m Hurdles
It was a back-to-back victory for Nigerian athlete Tobi Amusan who secured her second consecutive victory in the women’s 100m hurdles event at the Gyulai István Memorial Meet. With just…
Tobi Amusan sets new record, wins Wanda Diamond League!
Nigerian Queen of track and world record holder, Tobi Amusan has again sparked the sports scene with a record-setting performance at the Wanda Diamond League, Poland, Sunday evening. Amusan beat…
Amusan, others stripped of gold medal as Nigerian runner failed doping test
In a shocking twist of events, the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) has decided to strip Nigeria of its well-deserved gold medal in the women’s 4×100 meters event at Birmingham 2022.…
Olympic Day Run: Shaibu Leads Over 200 Runners, Harps On Benefits of Regular Exercises
As Edo State joined the rest of the world in observing the 2023 Olympic Day Run, the Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu led over 200 teams of participants,…
Okpekpe 10km Race: Shaibu Gets Ceremonial Jersey
…assures adequate security for the sports event Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu has been officially presented with his ceremonial jersey for Saturday’s Okpekpe 10km race. In…
Okpekpe 10KM Race: Shaibu Assures Of Adequate Security For Athletes, Officials
…unfolds preparations for this year’s 9th edition race. Edo State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu has assured the people and residents of Edo State, including athletes and officials…