Monday, July 23, 2012


Chukwumerije is Team Nigeria captain!

One of Nigeria’s medal prospects to the London 2012 Olympic Games, Chika Chukwumerije has been named as Team Nigeria captain.

Breaking the news this afternoon, Tony Ubani, PRO of the Nigeria Olympic Committee said the Beijing 2008 Olympics bronze medalist will be assisted by the country’s latest sensation on the tracks, Blessing Okagbare!

Ubani said the two athletes were chosen because of their leadership qualities and consistency over time, which will rub off positively on Team Nigeria at the London Games which starts on Friday.

Mariam Usman, the African and Commonwealth weightlifting record holder will carry the nation’s flag in the match past!  

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