Nigeria’s Eleven Athletes Set for 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championship in Nanjing
Chukwuebuka Enekwechi leads a team of eleven Nigerian athletes to the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championship in Nanjing, China, scheduled for March 21-23, 2025. The team will compete in five events, marking a significant participation despite the absence of notable stars like Ese Brume and Tobi Amusan. The competition will host 576 athletes from 127 countries, enhancing its competitive stature.
The 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championship will feature Nigeria’s shot put athlete Chukwuebuka Enekwechi alongside ten other athletes, representing the nation from March 21 to 23, 2025, in Nanjing, China. The final entry list, released by World Athletics, identifies the Nigerian contingent, which also includes 400m runner Chidi Okezie and NCAA women’s indoor high jump champion Temitope Adeshina. However, notable athletes like Ese Brume, Tobi Amusan, and Favour Ofili will not participate in this event.
Additional representatives from Nigeria include Ezekiel Nathaniel, an African indoor record holder in the men’s 400m, and Paris Olympic finalist Prestina Ochonogor. The team also comprises Edidiong Udo, James Onwuka, Ifeanyi Ojeli, and Joshua Caleb, showcasing a diverse lineup across various events.
The Nigerian athletes will compete in five events: high jump, long jump, 400m, shot put, and the men’s 4x400m relay. A total of 576 athletes from 127 countries are expected to participate over the three-day championship. This includes 11 defending champions and 20 medalists from the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics, promising a highly competitive atmosphere for all competitors.
In summary, Nigeria will field a strong team of eleven athletes for the 2025 World Athletics Indoor Championship, with several distinguished competitors set to represent the nation. Despite the absence of key stars, the diverse range of events offers a platform for emerging athletes to shine. With a formidable international field, the championship promises to showcase exceptional athletic performances.
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