Setback for Nigeria as Enekwechi, Oji pull out of African Athletics Championship

Blueprint | 13-05-2026 05:57am |

Nigeria's aspirations to defend the men’s shot put title at the 2026 CAA African Championships have been significantly impacted by the withdrawal of three-time champion Chukwuebuka Enekwechi and fellow athlete Oji. Their absence from the competition raises concerns about the country's ability to maintain its dominance in the event. The reasons for their withdrawal have not been disclosed, leaving the Nigerian athletics team to reassess its strategy ahead of the championship.

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