The Nigerian men’s 4x400m relay team, comprising Dubem Nwachukwu, Dubem Amene, Sikiru Adeyemi, and Chidi Okezie, showcased an impressive performance during the 2024 World Relays, achieving a commendable time of 3:01.70. This stellar performance not only showcased their athletic prowess but also secured their qualification for the upcoming Olympic Games.
Pitted against formidable competitors such as Jamaica and Belgium, renowned for their sprinting and relay expertise, Nigeria faced a challenging task, requiring a top-2 finish to earn their ticket to the Olympics.
The quartet’s remarkable time of 3:01.70 not only sealed their qualification but also marked the fastest performance by a Nigerian male 4x400m relay team since the memorable Bronze-winning achievement of James Godday, Musa Audu, Saul Weigopwa, and Enefiok Udo-Obong at the Athens 2004 Olympics, where they clocked an impressive time of 3:00.90. This feat underscores Nigeria’s continued prowess in the realm of athletics and sets a promising tone for their Olympic campaign.
