Reigning 100m hurdles and World Champion Tobi Amusan has publicly called out the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) over the poor-quality kits provided to her ahead of the 2025 World Athletics Championship in Tokyo, Japan. In a Snapchat video posted on September 14, 2025, Amusan expressed deep disappointment at the treatment Nigerian athletes continue to face in international competitions. She highlighted the stark contrast between Nigeria and other countries, revealing that while nations like Jamaica provide their athletes with multiple kits, Nigerian athletes often receive inadequate or substandard gear.
Amusan, who largely sponsors her own participation in international events due to limited support from the Nigerian government, criticized the AFN for the embarrassing situation. “As it is now, I have to wear an adidas black tight… This country (Nigeria) is really embarrassing,” she said, stressing the need for better preparation and support for athletes representing the nation on the world stage.
Despite the challenges, Amusan is focused on defending her 2022 100m hurdles world title, a race in which she also set a world record of 12.12 seconds. Her performance will be crucial for Team Nigeria, which hopes to build on the successes of the previous World Championships.
Team Nigeria’s squad for the Tokyo 2025 World Championships features a mix of seasoned and emerging athletes:
Men: Kayinsola Ajayi (100m), Israel Sunday Okon (100m), Udodi Onwuzurike (200m), Samuel Ogazi (400m), Chidi Okezie (400m), Ezekiel Nathaniel (400m Hurdles), Charles Godfred (Long Jump), Chukwuebuka Enekwechi (Shot Put).
Women: Rosemary Chukwuma (100m), Tobi Amusan (100m Hurdles), Ese Brume (Long Jump), Prestina Ochonogor (Long Jump), Obiageri Amaechi (Discus), Chioma Onyekwere-Lyons (Discus), Oyesade Olatoye (Hammer Throw).
Amusan’s outspoken stance has sparked conversations about the level of institutional support for Nigerian athletes, highlighting the urgent need for improved funding, equipment, and preparation if the country is to compete effectively on the global stage.
