Nigeria olympic news
Here are some recent news updates on Nigeria's Olympic team:
2020 Tokyo Olympics
- Nigeria's Olympic team has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, with several athletes testing positive for the virus. (Source: BBC Sport)
- The Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) has announced a 10-member team for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, with athletes competing in sports such as athletics, swimming, and table tennis. (Source: Vanguard News)
- Nigeria's first-ever Olympic medalist, Chioma Ajunwa, has been appointed as the country's Chef de Mission for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. (Source: The Guardian Nigeria)
2024 Paris Olympics
- The Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) has announced plans to send a larger team to the 2024 Paris Olympics, with a target of 30-40 athletes. (Source: Premium Times)
- Nigeria's Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare, has pledged to support the country's athletes ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics. (Source: Leadership Newspaper)
Other News
- Nigeria's athletics team has been struggling to qualify athletes for the Olympics, with only a few athletes meeting the qualification standards. (Source: The Punch)
- The Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) has launched a talent identification program to discover new athletes and develop the country's Olympic program. (Source: This Day Live)
Recent Achievements
- Nigerian athlete, Tobi Amusan, has qualified for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics in the 100m hurdles. (Source: The Guardian Nigeria)
- Nigerian swimmer, Abiola Ogunbanjo, has set a new national record in the 50m freestyle event. (Source: Vanguard News)
I hope this information is helpful!