Team Nigeria on Friday made a striking impression at the historic opening ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics. Despite the challenging weather, the Nigerian athletes captivated the global audience with their vibrant green and white attire as they sailed along the Seine River. Led by flag bearer Tobi Amusan and team captain c the Nigerian delegation presented a breathtaking display of national pride.
Clad in traditional Adire-like and Aso Oke fabrics (Amusan and Opeyori), the athletes embodied the spirit of Nigeria. Amusan, the world record holder in the 100m hurdles, looked gorgeous in her Iro, Buba, Ipele, and Gele ensemble. Beyond their stunning appearance, the athletes demonstrated their commitment to representing Nigeria on the global stage.
With a strong contingent dominated by female athletes, Team Nigeria will be competing across various disciplines, including athletics, badminton, boxing, and more. PREMIUM TIMES delivers fact-based journalism for Nigerians, by Nigerians — and our community of supporters, the readers who donate, make our work possible. Help us bring you and millions of others in-depth, meticulously researched news and information.
It’s essential to acknowledge that news production incurs expenses, and we take pride in never placing our stories behind a prohibitive paywall. Will you support our newsroom with a modest donation to help maintain our commitment to free, accessible news? Though no specific medals target has been given to the team in Paris many are optimistic the country is poised to make a significant impact. The Paris Olympics, a celebration of athleticism and human spirit, offered a spectacular opening ceremony.
The ceremony featured surprise performances, including a cabaret number by Lady Gaga and an emotional return by Celine Dion. This year’s Olympics mark 100 years since Paris last hosted the Games, with over 10,500 athletes competing for 329 gold medals. Thousands of athletes sailed along the Seine, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.
The Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) has confirmed a team of 84 athletes to compete in 12 sports at the Paris 2024 Games. The contingent, predominantly female, showcases the nation’s undeniable strength in women’s sports. The team is divided across various disciplines, with a strong representation in basketball, football, and athletics.
With the Games now in full swing, the first set of medals will be awarded on Saturday. The closing ceremony is scheduled for 11 August Adeyemi Sikiru Adewale – 4 x 400m Relay Mixed Ajayi Kayinsola – 100m, 4 x 100m Relay Akintola Alaba Olakunle – 4 x 100m Relay Amene Dubem – 4 x 100m Relay Ashe Favour Oghene – Mens 100m Enekwechi Chukwuebuka – Mens Shotput Ibadin Edose – Mens 800m Itsekiri Usheoritse – 4 x 100m Relay Nathaniel Ezekiel – Mens 400m Hurdles .Nnamdi Chinecherem – Mens Javelin Throw Nwachukwu Dubem – 4 x 400m Relay Mixed Ogazi Samuel – Mens 400m, 4 x 400m Relay Oghenebrume Godson – Mens 100m, 4 x 100m Relay Ojeli Ifeanyi Emmanuel – Mens 4 x 400m Relay Okezie Chidi – Mens 400m, 4 x 400m Relay Onwuzurike Udodi Chudi – Mens 200m Sunday Israel Okon – 4 x 400m, 4 x 400m Relay Mixed Adeshina Temitope Simbiat – Womens High Jump Amaechi Obiageri Pamela – Women’s Discus Throw Amusan Oluwatobilola – Women’s 100m Anumba Ashley – Women’s Discus Throw Brume Ese – Women’s Long Jump Chukwuma Rosemary – Women’s 100m Eyakpobeyan Justina Tiana – Women’s 4 x 100m Relay George Patience Okon – 4 x 400m Relay (Mixed) Godbless Tima Seikeseye – Women’s 100m, 4 x 100m Relay Joseph Esther Elo – Women’s 400m, 4 x 400m Relay Oghonogor Prestina Oluchi – Women’s Long Jump Ofili Favour – Women’s 200m Oginmakinju Omolara – Women’s 4 x 400m Relay (Mixed) Olajide Olayinka – Women’s 4 x 100m Relay Olatoye Oyesade – Women’s Hammer Throw Onojuvwevwo Ella – Women’s 400m Onyekwere Chioma – Women’s Discus Throw Usoro Ruth – Women’s Long Jump.
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