The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has confirmed that the country’s contingent will compete in the men’s 4×100 metres, women’s 4×100 metres, 4×400 metres mixed relay and the newly introduced 4×100 metres mixed relay, making up four of the six events at this year’s 2025 World Athletics Relays.
Nigeria will be represented by Chidi Okezie, Emmanuel Ojeli, Samson Nathaniel, Patience Okon, Praise Idamadudu and Omolara Ogunmakinju in the 4×400 metres mixed relay,
The AFN, the men’s 4×100 metres squad comprises Alaba Akintola, Udodi Onwuzurike, Favour Ashe, Karlington Anunagba, Folawiyo Olaoye and Usheoritshe Itshekiri, while the women’s 4×100 metres team includes Rosemary Chukwuma, Success Umukoro, Tiana Eyakpobeyan, Favour Ofili, Jennifer Obi and 100 metres hurdles world record holder Tobi Amusan.
In the 4×400 metres mixed relay, Nigeria will be represented by Chidi Okezie, Emmanuel Ojeli, Samson Nathaniel, Patience Okon, Praise Idamadudu and Omolara Ogunmakinju.
The 4×100 metres mixed relay team will be selected from a pool including Favour Ashe, Alaba Akintola, Udodi Onwuzurike, Rosemary Chukwuma, Favour Ofili and Success Umukoro.
Nigeria earned its place in these events through a combination of qualification pathways, firstly by designated competition during the Paris Olympics at the Stade de France in 2024 and by top-list performances at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium during the African Games also in 2024.
The secretary of the AFN, Israel Inwang Mfon, said that the decision to field teams in only four events was guided by Nigeria’s strengths and the goal of maximising medal chances.
The World Athletics Relays scheduled to take place in Guangzhou, China, from May 10th to 11th.
