Nigeria’s Oluebube Ezechukwu booked her place in the women’s 100 metres semi-finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games after producing a commanding performance to win Heat 8 at Scotstoun Stadium in Glasgow.
The Nigerian sprinter crossed the finish line in 11.32 seconds, comfortably finishing ahead of Barbados’ Kishawna Niles, who posted 11.52 seconds, and Ghana’s Deborah Acheampong, who clocked 11.66 seconds.
Ezechukwu’s impressive run secured automatic qualification for the next stage of the competition as Team Nigeria continued its athletics campaign in Glasgow.
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The victory further strengthens Nigeria’s medal aspirations in the sprint events, with the 100m specialist showing strong form heading into the semi-finals.
The Commonwealth Games athletics competition continues at Scotstoun Stadium, where athletes from across the Commonwealth are battling for places in the finals and podium finishes.