Olympic Medalist

Nigeria’s First Olympic Medalist, Nojim Maiyegun Is Dead

Aug 27, 2024. by Ekohot Editor

Former Nigerian boxer and first-ever Olympic medalist, Nojim Maiyegun, has passed away at the age of 83. The news of his death was confirmed by a close friend, Rudolfine F. Soultan, who shared the sad news on Facebook on Monday. EDITORS PICK: Canada Rejects Over 12,600 Nigerian Asylum Claims Since 2013 – Report Eight Killed … Read more

Olympic Gold Medalist Tori Bowie Dies Aged 32

May 4, 2023. by Damilare Abass

American sprinter and long jumper Tori Bowie – a three-time Olympic medalist and a two-time world champion in track and field – has died, according to her agent, Kimberly Holland. Bowie was 32 years old. Holland told CNN on Wednesday that Bowie was found dead at home in Florida and that the cause of death … Read more