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Seven-time Olympian Olufunke Oshonaike has broken new ground as the first Nigerian selected to join the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes’ Commission.
Her appointment comes through a nomination by IOC President Kirsty Coventry, marking a milestone for Nigerian sports.
As one of Africa’s most accomplished table tennis champions, Oshonaike is one of five new members chosen to complete the Athletes’ Commission lineup ahead of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games.
Oshonaike boasts an unprecedented record, having competed in seven consecutive Olympics, from Atlanta 1996 to Tokyo 2020. Beyond her athletic achievements, she currently represents athletes on both the Nigeria National Olympic Committee Athletes’ Commission and the Nigeria Table Tennis Athletes’ Commission.
Expressing excitement, Oshonaike pledged to represent Nigeria and Africa with pride:
“I am so excited because during the Paris 2024 Olympic Games campaign, I was impressed by the huge support from my country and athletes across the world. This appointment confirms that my efforts did not go unnoticed. It has been my dream to impact the sport that has given me the rare opportunity to live well in life,” she said.
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