Sports Minister hails Ofili on 200m semifinal ticket, says inquest on non-registration for 100m will not stop
Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh has hailed Favour Ofili for picking a semifinal ticket in the women’s 200m at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Ofili ran a 22.24 personal season’s best to secure the ticket and Sports Minister, Enoh has stated the 21 year old deserved the win after the disappointment of undeservedly missing the 100m, for non-registration reason.
In light of the recent issues surrounding the non-registration of Ofili for the 100m event, Enoh, is leading a thorough investigation.
He expressed concern and demanded answers: “At what point did her name drop out of the 100m race? Who is responsible for this? What is the motivation behind this? What is the trail of communication from AFN to NOC and to IOC and/or World Athletics?”
The Minister emphasized the urgency of these questions being addressed immediately after the Olympics.
He urged Ofili to remain focused and not allow the situation to distract her from her upcoming races, assuring her of his support and communication.
He also encouraged the rest of Team Nigeria, particularly the Athletics team, to stay motivated and strive for success in their respective events.
“Let them stay motivated to win,” Senator Enoh concluded, expressing his confidence in the athletes’ abilities and determination.
