The Nigerian women’s 4x100m relay team continued their reign of supremacy at the African Athletics Championships, successfully defending their gold medal in a thrilling race, leaving Ghana behind for silver.
The quartet of Justina Eyakpobeyan, Tima Godbless, Olayinka Oladide, and world champion hurdler Tobi Amusan showcased their speed and teamwork to clinch victory, extending Nigeria’s unbeaten streak in this event since 2018.
Nigeria crossed the finish line with a commanding time of 43.01 seconds, leaving their closest competitors in their wake.
Ghana secured the silver medal with a time of 43.62 seconds, while Liberia rounded out the podium, claiming bronze with 44.38 seconds.
This victory underscores Nigeria’s dominance in women’s sprinting on the continental stage. The presence of Tobi Amusan, a world record holder in the 100m hurdles, added star power to an already formidable lineup.
As Nigeria celebrates their continued success, other African nations will be looking to close the gap in future championships. The competitive times posted by Ghana and Liberia suggest that the level of women’s sprinting across the continent is on the rise, promising exciting races in the years to come.
This victory adds another golden chapter to Nigeria’s rich history in athletics and sets a high bar for the team as they look ahead to global competitions.
The full results of the women’s 4x100m relay final were:
- 🥇 Nigeria – 43.01
- 🥈 Ghana – 43.62
- 🥉 Liberia – 44.38
- Botswana – 44.69
- Namibia – 45.74
- Congo – 45.90
- Kenya – 46.63
- Burkina Faso – 46.83
