Temitope Adeshina Sponsors ₦200,000 High Jump Prize

Temitope Adeshina, Nigeria’s high jump record holder, has sponsored the women’s high jump event at the Athletic Heat 10th Anniversary Meet, offering ₦200,000 in prize money for the top four finishers. The competition is set for 7 November at YabaTech Stadium in Lagos, marking a decade of the athletics event.

The prize distribution includes ₦100,000 for the winner, ₦50,000 for the second place, and ₦30,000 and ₦20,000 for the third and fourth places, respectively. Adeshina's support follows her successful 2026 season, where she won both the NCAA indoor and outdoor high jump titles for Texas Tech Track and Field, solidifying her status among Nigeria’s elite athletes.

As a Commonwealth Games bronze medallist and two-time African Championships silver medallist, Adeshina aims to provide emerging athletes with opportunities to compete for financial rewards and showcase their talents. This initiative is part of the celebrations for Athletic Heat’s 10th anniversary, recognizing its contribution to athletics and the development of new talents over the past decade.