Team Nigeria delivered an impressive performance at the Lefika International Relays, winning gold in the mixed 4x100m event with a record-breaking time of 41.44 seconds.
The quartet of Chidera Ezeakor, Maria Thompson Omokwe, James Emmanuel, and Jennifer Chukwuka combined seamlessly, executing clean baton exchanges and maintaining strong speed throughout the race.
Competing in Gaborone, the Nigerian team took control early and held off their rivals to secure a convincing victory, further demonstrating their rising profile in international relay competitions.
The achievement not only earned them the top prize but also set a new national benchmark, reflecting the country’s growing depth in sprint events.
This performance is expected to serve as a major confidence boost for the team ahead of future global competitions.
