Still running by revelation: Adegoke says ‘his journey is far from over’

Nigerian sprint sensation Enoch Adegoke, renowned for his blistering performance at the Tokyo Olympics, has reaffirmed his commitment to the track and to the purpose he believes God is unfolding through his life.

Despite missing the podium at the 2025 Nigerian Track and Field Championships held at the Yabatech Sports Ground in Lagos, Adegoke remains undeterred, declaring that his journey is far from over.

Adegoke, who clocked 10.14 seconds in the men’s 100m final—his second-fastest time since his breakout season in 2021—has expressed pride in his progress and gratitude for those who have supported him.

‘I’m immensely proud of what God is doing through me. I may not be there yet, but I’m fully persuaded that greater things are ahead,’ Adegoke shared on his Facebook page.

‘Thank you to everyone God has been using to support me. Blessings to you all. I am assured that I am never alone on this journey—God is with me.’

At just 25 years old, Adegoke remains one of Nigeria’s brightest sprinting talents. His rise to national stardom began in 2021 when he ran a world-leading 10.16s at the All Comers Meet in Akure and then shattered the sub-10.1 barrier with a stunning 10.06s in the heats and an iconic 10.00s flat in the final to clinch gold at the Nigerian Championships.

That performance marked the second-fastest winning time in championship history, trailing only the legendary Deji Aliu’s 9.98s in 2003.

Adegoke’s historic qualification for the 100m final at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics made him the first Nigerian to do so in 25 years, a feat unmatched since Davidson Ezinwa in 1996. Though injury tragically forced him to pull up in the final, it did little to dim the promise he carried—and still carries—on the global stage.

Now, nearly four years later, with younger sprinters like Israel Okon and Kanyinsola Ajayi challenging the national order with times under 10.10s, Adegoke is proving that legacy isn’t just built on past glory but on the unwavering pursuit of purpose.

His statement following the championships signals more than motivation—it is a declaration of spiritual conviction and athletic rebirth. As Nigeria looks ahead to international meets and Olympic qualifiers, Adegoke’s presence remains vital, not just for his speed, but for the inspiration he ignites among up-and-coming athletes.