Joel Ajayi
The Technical Director of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Samuel Onikeku, has expressed satisfaction with the steady progress being made by Nigerian athletes under the federation’s guidance.
Speaking at the ongoing 2024 Gateway Games in Abeokuta, Ogun State, Onikeku highlighted the positive strides and innovations introduced by the federation, which have started yielding promising results.
“We are very happy with the progress of our athletes,” he said. “There has been significant improvement in performance, training methods, and overall organization within the federation.”
He noted that the AFN remains committed to nurturing young talents, enhancing technical capacity, and creating more competitive opportunities to raise the standard of athletics in the country.
Onikeku also praised the organizers of the Gateway Games for providing a platform that allows athletes to showcase their abilities and gain valuable experience.
