Out of the 47 gold medals won by the Nigerian contingent, 35 were won by women. The post African Games: Again, Nigerian women outperform their male counterparts in sports appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Powered by WPeMatico
Amusan, Brume, five other Nigerian athletes chase $50,000 payday in Paris
Amusan to begin Diamond League title defence in Xiamen
100m hurdles world record holder, Tobi Amusan will begin the defence of her Wanda Diamond League crown in Xiamen, China on April 20. The 26-year-old will face Olympic champion, Jasmine Camacho-Quinn, world champion, Danielle Williams and world indoor champion Devynne Charlton in the race. Amusan won the Wanda Diamond League crown for the third consecutive […]
Double Domination: Athletics and Boxing showcased Nigeria’s status in Ghana
Although it was thrilling to witness Nigerian athletes achieve success in “unconventional” disciplines such as cricket, swimming, hockey, and even handball, athletics and boxing showcased Nigeria’s dominant stature The post Double Domination: Athletics and Boxing showcased Nigeria’s status in Ghana appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria. Powered by WPeMatico