Some young Nigerian athletes have thrown their hats in the ring, having shown their skills and hard work and their readiness...
2022 was a remarkable year for some young Nigerian athletes as they recorded laudable achievements both nationally and internationally.
Ayanleke’s success story started during the Nigeria University Games when she returned to the track for the first time after suffering a hand injury. She won a gold medal in the 110m hurdles for the University of Lagos in a time of 13.91s.She told PREMIUM TIMES in an exclusive interview, “I would rate 2022 an 8/10. It has taught me how to be physically and mentally ready to prepare for competitions.
Aside from national events, the 18-year-old Edwards took part in competitions in Tunisia and Morocco. The University of Tennessee athlete who turned 20 on 31 December 2022, was part of the Nigerian quartet of Tobi Amusan, Rosemary Chukwuma, and Grace Nwokocha that won a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in the 4x100m relays with an African record of 42.10s.
Nmor was the best athlete during the 2022 NUGA competition as he clinched 15 medals-13 gold and two silver medals in men’s swimming for the University of Port Harcourt.Just like Nmor, Akiayefa Timipame-Ere is a widely exposed Nigerian swimmer who has represented the country in several competitions.
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