Ezekiel Nathaniel has made history at the Paris Olympics by becoming the first Nigerian athlete in 12 years to reach the semi-finals of the 400m hurdles. Nathaniel’s notable achievement has reignited hope and pride among Nigerian sports enthusiasts, highlighting his…
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Blessing Oborududu’s Journey in Olympic Wrestling
Blessing Oborududu has made history for Nigeria by reaching the Olympic semifinals in wrestling for the second consecutive time, solidifying her status as one of the top contenders in her weight class. Competing in the women’s 68kg freestyle category, Oborududu…
4 Nigerian teenagers competing in Athletics at the Olympics
Samuel Ogazi: Nigeria’s Rising Olympic Star Samuel Ogazi is making waves in the athletic scene as he prepares to represent Nigeria at the Olympics. This talented young athlete has had an impressive season, with notable wins in the 400m events…
Star Mpama: A national Athlete revolutionizing Nigeria Athletics
Star Mpama is a trailblazing athlete from Nigeria whose exceptional achievements have shattered records and inspired young athletes across Africa. With a strong academic foundation, she has earned numerous accolades, including Horizon Leader of the Year 2024 at Butler Community…
Asiwaju Temitope Alli rewards Chigozie Kalu for 2022 Athlete of the Week
The premier sponsor of the Athletic Heat Athlete of the Week accolades, Yesir Foundation CEO, Asiwaju Temitope Alli rewarded National Triple Jump champion, Chidozie Kalu with a whopping 200,000 Naira to support his training towards the 2023 season. Last season,…
Scholarbook sponsors Athletic Heat Award
German-based sports recruiting agency, Scholarbook, has announced its sponsorship for the 5th edition of the Athletic Heat Awards. The Athletic Heat Awards which was first held in 2017 and was created by three athletes; Ese Oguma, Tolu Adebakin and Ruth…
Tobi Amusan and Ese Brume bags 3yr endorsement deal with Premium Trust Bank
After a long season, the Nigerian athlete, and World record holder, over the women’s 100mH, Tobi Amusan, and Ese Brume, the women’s long jump World Championship silver medalist, Commonwealth Games Winner and Record Holder, has just signed a partnership…
2021 Athletic Heat Awards Nominees released
Hey, champs! Look forward to another exciting and coruscating Athletic Heat Track and Field award ceremony, where Nigerian Track and Field stars come out dazzling and on fleek, which was brought to fruition by the ever diligent and conscientious Athletic…
Brume, Ofili, Imaobong lead 28-man squad to Kenya World U20 Championships
It seemed like a list wasn’t forthcoming but alas one has been released with top World ranked Nigerian athletes making the list Top of the list is World No.3 in the women’s 200m, Favour Ofili who has a personal best…
Okagbare, Divine tops 25-man list to Tokyo Olympics
The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) through it’s secretary, Prince Beyioku has released a list comprising 15 females and 10 males who are to resume camp in Abuja on Sunday, July 4th ahead of the Olympic Games later this month.…
