The 21-year-old, who will also compete in the women’s 4x100m relay, has been encouraged by Sports Minister John Enoh to remain focused despite the setback.
“I was on the matter until the early hours of today (Friday), with the hope of giving Nigerians something to be happy about,” Enoh stated in a statement released on Friday, promising to address the 100m exclusion issue after the Olympics.
Ofili faces stiff competition with top contenders in the event, including the reigning World Champion, Jamaica’s Shericka Jackson, USA’s Gabby Thomas, Britain’s Dina Asher-Smith, and Namibia’s Christine Mboma, making it a highly competitive field.
Ofili has already established herself as one of Nigeria’s premier athletes with a 2022 Commonwealth silver medal among other medals.
Known for her explosive speed and strong finish, Ofili is expected to be a formidable contender in the 200-meter heats and beyond.
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