Nigerian Sprinter Shatters Records | Nigeria News

Nigerian sprinter Kanyinsola Ajayi just made history with a stunning bronze medal in the 100m at the Diamond League final in Brussels, clocking 9.97 seconds — the first Nigerian ever to podium in that event. His breakout year also shattered Nigeria’s 20-year-old 100m record with a 9.84 personal best, added a Commonwealth Games bronze, and NCAA titles indoors and outdoors. Now back in the U.S. to focus on studies and prep for 2027, Ajayi isn’t just a rising star — he’s a trailblazer rewriting the future of Nigerian athletics. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4f8afe04afd7b761