Connect with us

Sports

Paris 2024: All Eyes On Tobi Amusan As Team Nigeria’s Medal Hopes Fade

Published

on

Tobi Amusan is now the only realistic medal hope as another day went by with disappointing results for Team Nigeria in Paris.

Following the euphoria and feel-good factor the excellent run of D’Tigress had given to Nigeria at the Games, a brilliant opportunity to cap that with a medal presented itself when the country’s 3 representatives lined up for the Women’s Long Jump Final with high hopes of a possible podium finish.

But those dreams were quickly extinguished when Ruth Usoro and Prestina Ochonogor were eliminated after the first 3 attempts and Ese Brume just managed to squeeze into the Final round with her very last jump of 6.70 meters.
That proved to be the best overall of her 6 attempts and was only good enough for 5th place.

Earlier in the day, both the Men’s and Women’s 4 by 100m relay teams had failed to progress into the final finishing 6th and 7th in their respective semi-final heats.
A creditable mention for Rafiatu Lawal in the 59kg Women’s Weightlifting division who placed a decent 5th place in a very strong field full of established stars of the event with a combined 230kg lift in the Snatch-100kg, and Clean and Jerk-130kg. Her performance shows a lot of promise for the future.

So all eyes and hopes rest on Tobi Amusan as she spikes up for the Semi-Finals of the 100-meter hurdles by 10.05 am Nigerian time.
Nigeria still has hopes in Wrestling and Weightlifting events as the Games wind down but Tobi-Express appears to be the most likely source for a Medal at the Games.

Nothing is guaranteed though. It is a very strong field and the World Record Holder is presently ranked 5th in the standings.
If she qualifies for the Final as expected, the race will come up at the last Athletics session on Saturday night, which heralds the end of the Olympics

Maybe an underwhelming Olympics for Team Nigeria may still end up on a high in Paris.

Abuja Reports

ASP Justina Amah Emerges Star Performer, Wins Gold, Silver, Bronze

Published

on

By

By Samson Adeyanju

ASP Justina Amah of the Nigeria Police Force has emerged as the star performer at the February 2026 Delta Police Games, clinching a gold medal, a silver, and a bronze, further cementing her reputation as one of the Force’s top athletes.

Hailing from Ozalla in Igboetiti LGA, Enugu State, ASP Amah has consistently elevated the Nigeria Police Force through her sporting prowess.

Over the years, she has amassed an impressive collection of medals, including 8 gold in Karate, 4 gold in other sports, 8 silver, and 8 bronze, showcasing her versatility and dedication.

Beyond her achievements on the field, ASP Justina is widely recognized for her discipline and professionalism.

In 2023, she was honoured as the Ica & Sons Books Most Disciplined Police Woman in Camp, reflecting her exemplary conduct both on duty and in her community.

Observers and colleagues have called for her to receive special recognition and promotion, noting that her accomplishments not only bring glory to the Police Force but also serve as an inspiration to aspiring athletes and officers nationwide.

ASP Justina Amah’s journey highlights the power of talent, commitment, and perseverance in achieving excellence.

Continue Reading

News

Arsenal Stay Top as Liverpool Hit Five in Premier League Showdowns

Published

on

By

By Samuel Adeola

Arsenal maintained their grip at the top of the Premier League with a hard fought 2-1 victory over Chelsea in a tense London derby.

The Gunners showed composure under pressure to secure all three points and keep their title ambitions firmly on track.

Manchester City remain in close pursuit after edging Leeds United 1-0 away from home. The narrow win keeps City within touching distance as the title race intensifies.

At Anfield, Liverpool delivered the standout performance of the weekend, thrashing West Ham 5-2 in a ruthless attacking display. The emphatic result strengthens Liverpool’s push for a Champions League place.

Elsewhere, Manchester United boosted their European hopes with a 2-1 win over Crystal Palace. Everton stunned Newcastle 3-2 in a dramatic encounter, while Brentford edged Burnley 4-3 in a seven goal thriller.

Brighton secured a 2-1 victory over Nottingham Forest and Fulham defeated Tottenham 2 1. Bournemouth and Sunderland shared the spoils in a 1-1 draw.

With Arsenal leading and City close behind, the title race remains wide open, while the battle for European places continues to gather pace.

Continue Reading

News

Champions League Round of 16 Draw Produces Heavyweight Clashes

Published

on

By

By Samuel Adeola

The draw for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Round of 16 has produced blockbuster fixtures as Europe’s elite begin their knockout push toward Budapest 2026.

Among the standout ties, Paris Saint-Germain will face Chelsea, while Real Madrid renew their rivalry with Manchester City in what is billed as the clash of the round.

Elsewhere, Galatasaray take on Liverpool, and Atalanta meet Bayern Munich.

Other fixtures see Newcastle United against Barcelona, Atletico Madrid versus Tottenham Hotspur, Bodø/Glimt against Sporting CP, and Bayer Leverkusen facing Arsenal.

The ties will be played over two legs in March, with winners advancing to the quarter-finals.

Continue Reading

Trending

BetasusCasibomcasinomilyon girişvaycasinoradyoenerji.com.tr1xbetsüperbetinjojobet1wincanlı casino siteleribakırköy escortjojobetmeritbetsonbahis girişextrabetkulisbetkulisbetbahis sitelerideneme bonusu veren sitelerdeneme bonusu veren sitelerdeneme bonusu veren sitelerdeneme bonusu veren sitelerpusulabetjojobetjojobetjojobet girişextrabet girişcratosroyalbet girişpalacebet girişcasinomilyon girişnerobetbarbibetamgbahis girişradissonbet girişgrandpashabet girişcashwin girişpalacebet girişkralbetmavibetJojobetcasibomcasibomMavibetimajbetultrabetjojobetMerit-kngholiganbetbullbahisjojobetcasinomilyon girişcasibomcasibomiptv satın alcasibommatadorbetbahis forumPusulabetmatadorbet girişcasinoperjojobetinterbahisgrandpashabet girişmarsbahis güncel girişgrandpashabet girişdizipalgrandpashabetjojobetGrandpashabetmatbet güncel girişmatadorbetmatbetgrandpashabetmarsbahis girişmatbetbetgarantiimajbet girişgameofbetsahabetpalacebetjojobetjojobet girişamgbahiscasinomilyonpalacebetbahiscasinobetgitromabetgameofbetradissonbetgameofbetgrandpashabetvdcasinomatbetsekabetimajbetvdcasinomarsbahisgrandpashabetbetgarantipalacebetesbetcasinomilyonbetgaranti girişamgbahisbetgit girişradissonbetcashwingrandpashabetbetgit girişbetpuancashwinpalacebetbetpuangrandpashabetjojobetmadridbetmadridbet girişslotbarvaycasinodinamobetslotdaycasibommarsbahis girişcasibom girişbetgarantiholiganbetcasibomyeni deneme bonusu veren sitelermatbetJojobetJojobetbetpuan girişcasibom girişcasibomMarsbahisJojobetJojobetJojobetJojobetJojobetGalabetGalabet girişganobetkocuceLeograndbetjojobet