Athletics

2026 Owan Marathon gets prize boost, cultural festival additions

Organisers of the annual Owan 10km Marathon have announced major upgrades to the 2026 edition as part of efforts to…

5 months ago

Riyadh 2025: Team Nigeria qualifies for three finals in athletics

… as Okon-George advances to women's 400m final Nigeria's Team medal haul has continued to increase at the ongoing 6th…

5 months ago

Delta: Athletes participate in inaugural Otorho-Idjerhe Marathon

The maiden Otorho-Idjerhe Marathon, jointly organised by FENCSO Event Sports Management and Marketing, Seplat Energy, and D’Life Dynasty, has successfully…

5 months ago

Top 5 fastest female sprinters of all time

Speed has always defined greatness on the track, and in women’s sprint, a handful of athletes have redefined what the…

5 months ago

Ekiti govt awards N15m to Ikogosi marathon winners

The Ekiti State government has awarded a N15 million prize to the winners of the maiden 17.5 km Ikogosi Marathon, rewarding…

6 months ago

Doping: Marathon record holder Chepngetich banned for three years

Women's marathon world record-holder, Ruth Chepngetich, has been banned for three years after the Kenyan admitted to anti-doping rule violations.…

6 months ago

Igoche hails athletes’ contributions as Nigeria marks 65th anniversary

… canvasses better welfare for Nigerian athletes As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence anniversary, basketball promoter and Initiator of Mark…

7 months ago

World championships: Noah Lyles wins fourth world 200m title

Noah Lyles matched Usain Bolt’s record of four consecutive world 200 metres titles as he scorched to victory at the…

7 months ago

Ezekiel Nathaniel sets new 400mH Nigerian record, finishes fourth in Tokyo final

Ezekiel Nathaniel has etched his name into Nigerian athletics history after delivering a stunning performance in the men’s 400m hurdles…

7 months ago

Tobi Amusan wins silver medal in 100m hurdles at World Athletics Championships

Nigeria’s track queen, Tobi Amusan, has won a silver medal in the women’s 100m hurdles at the Tokyo 2025 World…

7 months ago

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