NSC Backs Team Nigeria as Amusan, Brume Lead Squad to 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo

The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its full support for Team Nigeria as the country prepares to compete at the 2025 World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, Japan, scheduled to run from September 13 to 21, 2025.

Speaking ahead of the team’s departure, NSC Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade encouraged the athletes to give their best, stating that the entire nation stands firmly behind them.

“The chairman of the NSC, Mallam Shehu Dikko, has made it clear from the beginning that Nigeria must get it right in athletics,” Olopade said. “This is a moment of pride for our nation. We believe in our athletes’ ability to bring home medals. The Commission is committed to providing all necessary support as they represent Nigeria on the global stage.”

Olopade will also travel to Tokyo to offer frontline support to ensure the team has a smooth and successful championship experience.

Leading the charge for Nigeria is world record holder Tobi Amusan, who made history at the 2022 edition by setting a new 100m hurdles world record (12.12s), alongside Commonwealth Games champion Ese Brume, who won silver in the long jump.

The 15-member team features a strong blend of experienced athletes and promising newcomers competing across sprints, hurdles, jumps, and throws.

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 HurdlesEse Brume – Long Jump, Prestina Ochonogor – Long Jump
Obiageri Amaechi – Discus Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons – Discus, Oyesade Olatoye – Hammer Throw

Nigeria aims to improve on its impressive performance at the 2022 World Championships, where Amusan claimed gold in record-breaking fashion and Brume secured a silver medal. The NSC remains confident that the 2025 squad can surpass previous achievements and further establish Nigeria as a force in global athletics.