Nigerian athletes secured two medals at the recent international athletics event, with Ezekiel Powers claiming gold in the 400m hurdles and Chukwuma Onwuzurike earning silver in the same event. The competition, held in a major city in Europe, saw Powers finish with a time of 49.23 seconds, setting a new national record. Onwuzurike, who narrowly missed out on gold, finished in 49.51 seconds, demonstrating strong performance under pressure. Both athletes are part of Nigeria’s growing track and field program, which has seen increased investment in training facilities and coaching. The success marks a significant achievement for Nigerian athletics, highlighting the country's rising competitiveness on the global stage. Powers, a seasoned competitor, expressed satisfaction with his performance, while Onwuzurike remains focused on future competitions. The results are expected to boost morale within the Nigerian sports community and encourage more young athletes to pursue track and field. (thisdaylive.com)