Nigeria names strong squad for 2026 World Athletics Ultimate Championships

Nigeria names strong squad for 2026 World Athletics Ultimate Championships

Nigeria will be represented by a star-studded squad at the 2026 World Athletics Ultimate Championships in Budapest, the Hungarian capital, with some of the country’s leading athletes listed for the global competition.

The Nigerian team features a blend of established stars and emerging talents across individual and mixed relay events.

Leading the women’s contingent is former world record holder Tobi Amusan, who is listed for the women’s 100m hurdles as well as the mixed 4x100m event.

The men’s 100m will see Kanyinsola Ajayi carry Nigeria’s hopes, while Udodi Onwuzurike will be competing in the men’s 200m and the 100m mixed relay.

Ella Onojuwvevwo will compete in the women’s 400m, while Ezekiel Nathaniel takes on the men’s 400m hurdles.

Nigeria’s mixed 4x100m team comprises Alaba Akintola, Favour Ashe, Miracle Ezechukwu, Udodi Onwuzurike, Rosemary Nwankwo and Tobi Amusan, providing the country with another opportunity to challenge for honours on the international stage.

The selection brings together several athletes who have already established themselves at major international competitions, with Ajayi, Ashe, Amusan, Nathaniel and Onwuzurike among the names expected to attract attention.

With a combination of speed, experience and youthful talent, Team Nigeria will be aiming to make a strong impression at the 2026 World Athletics Ultimate Championships and add to the country’s growing reputation on the global sporting scene.