Former Nigerian international sprinter Favour Ofil has officially announced her decision to switch nationalities and will now compete for Turkey 🇹🇷.
This development comes as a major blow to Nigerian athletics, with Ofili regarded as one of the country’s most talented track stars of her generation. She is the only Nigerian woman to have broken the 22-second barrier in the 200m, holding the national record at 21.96s, a performance that places her among the world’s elite.
Ofili has worn the green and white on numerous stages, representing Nigeria at:
Youth Olympics (Buenos Aires 2019)
World Athletics Championships (Doha 2019, Budapest 2023)
Olympic Games (Paris 2024)
Commonwealth Games (Birmingham 2022)
Multiple African Championships
Her decision to switch allegiance marks a turning point, not only for her career but also for Nigerian athletics, which loses one of its brightest stars to international rivals. For Turkey, however, it is a huge gain — acquiring an athlete with proven global pedigree and record-breaking credentials.
Fans and experts alike are already debating the implications of this move, but one thing is certain: the sprinting world will keep a close eye on Favour Ofili as she begins a new chapter in her career.
