Four Nigerian athletes, including 150-metre world record holder Favour Ofili, African 400-metre hurdles record holder Ezekiel Nathaniel, Rosemary Chukwuma, and African indoor 400-metre record holder Ella Onojuvwevwo, are set to compete at the inaugural Lone Star Grand Prix in Texas, United States.
The competition is expected to bring together elite athletes from different parts of the world, providing a high-profile platform for competitors to test their form and continue preparations for major international championships.
Favour Ofili heads into the event as one of Nigeria’s most accomplished track stars, having established herself among the leading sprinters on the global stage through a series of impressive performances and record-breaking achievements.
Ezekiel Nathaniel will also be one of the athletes to watch after setting the African record in the 400-metre hurdles, a feat that has strengthened his reputation as one of the continent’s brightest athletics prospects.
Rosemary Chukwuma and Ella Onojuvwevwo are likewise expected to play significant roles for Nigeria, with both athletes continuing to build momentum through strong performances in regional and international competitions.
Sports analysts say the Lone Star Grand Prix presents an important opportunity for the Nigerian quartet to compete against world-class opposition while gaining valuable experience ahead of future global events.
The participation of the four athletes further highlights Nigeria’s growing presence in international athletics and reflects the country's continued production of elite talent capable of competing at the highest level.
As anticipation builds ahead of the competition, Nigerian athletics enthusiasts will be hoping for strong performances from the quartet as they seek to further enhance their reputations and contribute to the nation's growing success on the world athletics stage.
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