Chukwuebuka Enekwechi Offers ₦950,000 for Shot Put at Anniversary Meet

Chukwuebuka Enekwechi, an African record holder, has announced a prize fund of ₦950,000 for the men’s shot put event at the Athletic Heat 10th Anniversary Meet. This event will be held on Saturday, November 7, at the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex in Lagos.

The prize money will be awarded to the top four finishers. The winner will receive ₦400,000, the runner-up will get ₦300,000, while the third and fourth places will receive ₦150,000 and ₦100,000, respectively.

Enekwechi, who is a two-time Olympian and African champion, expressed that this initiative aims to inspire young athletes in field events. He stated, “I love my people, I love my sport, and I love my country. I just feel that, given my position, it’s a great opportunity to give back to young people, and hopefully, it inspires young talent that hasn’t had a chance.”

Ese Oguma, the CEO of Athletic Heat, shared his excitement about Enekwechi’s generous contribution, noting that it is unprecedented in Nigerian athletics. He highlighted the significance of the ₦400,000 winner’s prize, stating that it has never been offered before in the history of the sport in Nigeria.

Oguma praised Enekwechi for being a prominent figure in men’s throwing events and for his commitment to supporting the next generation of athletes. Athletes interested in participating can register through A3Tickets, with registration closing on October 24, 2026.