Team Nigeria Prepares for World Relays in Lagos Camp

Team Nigeria's camp for the World Relays commenced in Lagos, as announced by the Technical Director of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Gabriel Okon. The camp is set to prepare athletes for the World Relay Championship scheduled for May 2-3, 2026, in Gaborone, Botswana.

Athletes participating include Enoch Adegoke, James Taiwo, Emmanuel Chidera Ezeakor, and Tejir Godwin for the men's 4x100m relay, while the men's 4x400m relay squad features Ezekiel Enoh, Azukwo Gafari Badmu, Victor Im, and Samson Nathaniel. The women's teams include Jenif Chukwuka, Miracl Ezechukwu, and Patienc Okon Georg, among others.

Foreign-based athletes are expected to join the team ahead of the championship. Additionally, the article mentions recent performances at the Addis Ababa Grand Prix, highlighting strong showings from Nigerian athletes, including Anthony Edward Jr in the men's 110m hurdles and Femi Adekoya in the women's 400m.