Biography
Started: She took up the sport in 2012 at the National Sports Festival in Lagos, Nigeria. (Athlete, 29 Aug 2024)
Reason: "I was introduced into sports and discus throwing by my mentors and my heroes. [Nigerian Para athletes] Njideka Iyiazi, Omolola Akinbode, Silver Ezeikpe and Ekene Ene were my heroes growing up. I discovered that it [athletics] will make me a good person and also provide my daily bread." (commonwealthsport.com, 27 Oct 2023; Athlete, 29 Aug 2024)
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Personal Details
GenderFemale
Birth DateOctober 6, 1998
Place of ResidenceLAGOS
OccupationAthlete
Languages SpokenEnglish
Highlights
Rank | Event | Year | Location | Result |
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World Championships | ||||
2 | Shot Put - F64 | 2023 | Paris, FRA | 11.64 |
Commonwealth Games | ||||
1 | Women's Discus Throw F42-44/F61-64 | 2022 | Birmingham, GBR | 36.56 |