Nigerian Athletes
NOA Honours Sporting Legends, Stakeholders at National Convention
The Nigeria Olympians Association (NOA) honored 18 distinguished individuals on Thursday, July 24, during its 3rd National Convention, celebrating the invaluable contributions of past Olympians and prominent stakeholders to sports development in Nigeria. The prestigious event, held at Zeus Paradise Hotel, Mabushi, Abuja, formed a key part of the association’s three-day national summit themed “The […]
China Denies Delaying Visas for Nigerian Relay Team
The Chinese Embassy in Nigeria has responded to reports about the withdrawal of Nigerian athletes from the 2025 World Athletics Relays in Guangzhou, China, citing a misunderstanding over visa processing timelines. According to the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, visa delays by Chinese authorities led to the team’s withdrawal from the competition, scheduled for May 10-11, […]