- By Halimah Olamide
We are indeed proud of her as a worthy ambassador and priceless export from our dear State,” the governor stated
The Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described World record holder, Tobi Amusan, as a worthy ambassador of the State following her victory at the Jamaica Athletics Invitational.
Amusan emerged as the fastest woman in the women’s 100m hurdles this year after running a blistering 12.40s in Kingston.
The 27-year-old beat Jamaica’s Danielle Williams, who ran 12.46s, while Christina Clemons of the United States of America was third in 12.54s
In a congratulatory message, he described Amusan as a woman of strong will and character, adding that the athlete has made Ogun State and Nigeria proud for her exceptional talent and skill.
“On behalf of the government and the good people of Ogun State, I heartily congratulate our illustrious daughter, Tobi Amusan, as she emerged as the fastest woman in the women’s 100m hurdles for the year 2024, after running a blistering 12.40s to win the first Jamaica Athletics Invitational in Kingston.
“Winning the race ahead of Jamaican and world champion, Danielle Williams clearly x-rayed her tenacious tendency and strong will for optimal performance.
“We are indeed proud of her as a worthy ambassador and priceless export from our dear State,” the governor stated.
The Jamaica Athletics Invitational is a Continental Tour-Silver meet.