The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its unwavering support for Team Nigeria as the country’s contingent departs for the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, scheduled for September 13–21, 2025.
Speaking ahead of the championship, Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, charged the athletes to give their best on the global stage and make Nigeria proud. He emphasized that the athletes have the full backing of the Commission and millions of Nigerian supporters at home and abroad.
“From inception, Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, declared that Nigeria must get it right in athletics,” Olopade stated. “This is a moment of pride for our nation, and we trust our athletes to compete with determination and secure podium finishes. The Commission will continue to provide all the support needed as they fly our flag in Tokyo.”
Olopade confirmed that he will be present in Tokyo 2025 to provide frontline support, ensuring that the Nigerian team enjoys a smooth and well-coordinated championship experience.
Leading Nigeria’s 15-member squad are world record holder and hurdles queen Oluwatobiloba Tobi Amusan and long jump star Ese Brume, alongside a blend of established names and rising stars competing across sprints, jumps, throws, and hurdles.
With preparations complete and expectations high, all eyes will be on Team Nigeria at the 2025 World Athletics Championships to deliver inspiring performances and bring glory to the nation.
Nigeria’s 15-Member Team for Tokyo 2025
Men:
• Kayinsola Ajayi – 100m
• Israel Sunday Okon – 100m
• Udodi Chudi Onwuzurike – 200m
• Samuel Ogazi – 400m
• Chidi Okezie – 400m
• Ezekiel Nathaniel – 400m Hurdles
• Charles Godfred – Long Jump
• Chukwuebuka Enekwechi – Shot Put
Women:
• Rosemary Chukwuma – 100m
• Tobiloba Amusan – 100m Hurdles
• Ese Brume – Long Jump
• Prestina Ochonogor – Long Jump
• Obiageri Amaechi – Discus
• Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons – Discus
• Oyesade Olatoye – Hammer Throw
Nigeria will look to build on its 2022 World Championships performance, when Tobi Amusan set the 100m hurdles world record (12.12s) and claimed gold, while Brume secured silver in the long jump.
