NSC backs Team Nigeria as Amusan, Brume headline squad for Tokyo 2025
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has reaffirmed its 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.
Director-General of the NSC, Honourable Bukola Olopade, urged the athletes to give their best and bring glory to Nigeria, emphasizing that they have the full backing of the Commission and the Nigerian people.
“Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Mallam Shehu Dikko, declared from inception that Nigeria must get it right in athletics,” Olopade said. “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 they need and firmly stand behind them as they fly our flag in Tokyo.”
Hon. Olopade will be on ground in Tokyo to provide support from the frontline, ensuring Team Nigeria enjoys a smooth championship experience.
Leading the 15-member squad are world record holder and hurdles queen Oluwatobiloba Amusan and Commonwealth Games champion Ese Brume, who are joined by a talented mix of established and emerging stars across sprints, jumps, throws, and hurdles.
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 Amusan set the 100m hurdles world record (12.12s) and claimed gold, while Brume secured silver in the long jump.
