Nigerian Athlete Receives Six-Year Ban For Doping Violations

 

Nigerian sprinter, Divine Oduduru, has been given a six-year ban for committing two doping violations.

 

The Athletics Integrity Unit announced the decision on Thursday, saying there was “overwhelming evidence” against the former world junior silver medallist.

The violations were possession of prohibited substances and attempted use of a prohibited substance or method.

Oduduru’s case was linked to that of team-mate Blessing Okagbare, who was banned for 11 years for doping in 2022.

“We are very pleased with the outcome of this matter, given its particularly grievous nature, exposing the sinister collusion between athletes and other persons in deliberate plans to corrupt athletics at the highest level,” said Brett Clothier, head of the AIU.

Oduduru had been provisionally suspended on 9 February.


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