As athletic event of the ongoing delayed 2023 African Games in Accra, Ghana begins today, Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, has charged the country’s representatives at the tournament to light up the tracks and sustain their pursuit of excellence and dominance to undo other rivals like Egypt.
Leading Team Nigeria’s chase for medal harvest in the track and field is Tobiloba Amusan, the world record holder in the 100m hurdles event.
Amusan’s unrivaled dominance on the continent is set to be extended as she seeks to further solidify her legacy in African athletics.
Ese Brume, another exceptional athlete, will be aiming to reclaim her title as the ruler of African long jump.
Joining them are other esteemed athletes including Ruth Usoro and Favour Ofili, forming a formidable lineup that promises to dazzle spectators and rivals alike. Other equally highly talented athletes also make up the Nigerian list.
On the men’s side, Tokyo Olympics’ 100m finalist, Enoch Adegoke, Seye Ogunlewe, Alaba Akintola, Ezekiel Nathaniel, Samson Nathaniel, and Chukwuebuka Enekwechi are among the top contenders ready to showcase their prowess on the track and field for Nigeria.
The Sports minister who is in Ghana to cheer up the Nigerian contingent, expressed confidence in the Team Nigeria’s ability to make Nigerians proud.
“I am charging the entire contingent to keep the chase on Egypt, and steer clear of the others behind them. I am sure in athletics, our athletes will bring their A-game and show their dominance,” Enoh said in a press statement signed by his Special Adviser, Media, Diana-Mary Nsan.
Nsan noted that in addition to supporting the athletics team, Senator Enoh is present in Ghana to support and cheer other athletes competing in other events, saying the support underscores the nation’s commitment to sports development and excellence on the continental stage.
Nigeria is currently behind Egypt on the medals table. The hopes for more medals are on the horizon as the games hit another height this week.
With a formidable contingent of 54 athletes, Nigeria is poised to make a significant impact in the event taking place in Accra.