Sprint Star Favour Ofili Dumps Nigeria For Turkey
In a significant move that has sent ripples through African athletics, sprint star Favour Ofili, has officially switched her allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey with effect from May 31st, 2025.
This decision follows months of uncertainty and tension, with one of the major reasons being the misconduct and administrative negligence she reportedly faced from the Nigerian athletics federation during the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Sources close to the athlete point to mismanagement, lack of support, and poor communication as key factors that left her deeply frustrated during one of the most important moments of her career.
Ofili, who is the current world record holder in the 150m event with 15.85s, also boasts of a 10.93s in the 100m and 21.96s in the 200m. She has long been a beacon of hope for Nigerian sprinting. From her impressive NCAA dominance to her global championship appearances.
She carried the green and white flag with pride, until the system she represented failed to reciprocate.
This decision marks a new chapter for the 22 year old, who will now compete under the Turkish flag. As she steps into this next phase, the athletics world will be watching to see how she builds on her legacy, not just as a sprinter, but as an athlete who stood up for her worth.
