24 Athletes To Represent Nigeria At World Relays Championship

24 Athletes To Represent Nigeria At World Relays Championship

By BSN Sports 

Nigeria will depart for the World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, aiming to secure qualification slots for upcoming global competitions and contend for podium finishes, BSNSports.com.ng reports .

The 24-athlete contingent, comprising a blend of emerging talents and seasoned performers, is scheduled to travel on Monday via Ethiopian Airlines, with a stopover in Addis Ababa before arriving in Botswana.

Nigeria will compete in all six relay events at the two-day championship, set to take place from May 2 to May 3, 2026.

The team will be guided by four coaches under the leadership of Gabriel Okon, Technical Director of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, as preparations intensify for what is expected to be a highly competitive tournament.

An advance delegation led by AFN Secretary Israel Inwang arrived in Gaborone on Sunday following the team’s official photo session ahead of departure.

This year’s event carries added importance, serving as a qualification pathway to the World Athletics Championships Beijing 2027 and the World Athletics Ultimate Championship.

A total of 723 athletes from 40 countries are registered for the championship, highlighting the scale and depth of competition. All six reigning relay champions from 2025 are expected to defend their titles, alongside medal-winning nations from recent World Championships and Olympic Games.

For Nigeria, the objective remains clear: deliver strong relay performances and secure qualification for the next stage of global athletics competition.