Athletics

Kenyan athlete John Korir delivered a dominant performance to win the Boston Marathon for the second consecutive year, setting a new course record of two hours, one minute and 52 seconds. Korir's victory capped a clean sweep for Kenya at the world's oldest marathon, as defending champion Sharon Lokedi also claimed the women's title in two hours, 18 minutes and 51 seconds. Lokedi had set the previous course record of 2:17:22 last year.

Bayelsa and Kaduna States have been selected to host the National Sports Festival in 2028 and 2030, respectively—marking Bayelsa’s first time as host and Kaduna’s third.

About 6,382 athletes and officials have been penciled to converge in Asaba, Delta state capital for the 9th edition of the National Youth Games, scheduled to hold from August 29 to September 6. With participants drawn from all 36 states of the federation, the game was organised by the National Sports Commission and is aim to promote grassroots sports and unleash the next generation of Nigerian athletes champions. The figure was confirmed following the completion of the Digital Registration Management (DRM) process.

Folashade Oluwafemiayo has once again made history, breaking her own world record in the women’s over 86kg Para-Powerlifting category at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. The 39-year-old Nigerian powerhouse, who captained Team Nigeria at the Games, achieved a remarkable lift of 167kg, setting a new world record and clinching the gold medal. This extraordinary performance not only showcased Oluwafemiayo's exceptional strength but also solidified her position as a trailblazer in Para-Powerlifting.

Onyinyechi Mark made history at the 2024 Paris Paralympics by securing Nigeria’s first gold medal of the Games in the women’s 61kg powerlifting category. The 23-year-old athlete delivered a record-breaking performance, lifting 150kg to not only win gold but also set a new world record.

Eniola Bolaji has become the first para-athlete to win a medal at the ongoing 2024 Paralympic games in Paris.