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Team Nigeria arrived in Gaborone on Tuesday, completing their journey.

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Team Nigeria's Grueling 12+ Hour Journey to World Relays

Q: Why are the 2026 World Athletics Relays important for Nigeria?

The championships are a crucial qualification route for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing and the World Athletics Ultimate Championship.

28 Apr

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Summary

Team Nigeria endured over 12 hours of travel, including a long layover.
The team aims to qualify for the 2027 World Athletics Championships.
Sprinter Favour Ashe rejoined the squad amidst transfer speculation.

Team Nigeria's Grueling 12+ Hour Journey to World Relays

Team Nigeria's delegation has arrived in Gaborone, Botswana, to compete in the 2026 World Athletics Relays. Their journey from Lagos was arduous, spanning over 12 hours with a lengthy stopover in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. An advance party had already arrived to finalize logistical arrangements.

The team, comprising four coaches under the supervision of AFN technical director Gabriel Okon, will participate in all six relay events. This participation is vital as the championships are a qualification event for the 2027 World Athletics Championships in Beijing and the World Athletics Ultimate Championship.