Born on October 1992, US-based Chierika Ukogu will be making
history at the 2016 Olympics Games, being the first rower to represent Nigeria.
Okogu, who is a graduate of Stanford University, said in a
recent interview that the sport had been challenging but she will put in her
best, adding that her training with members of the U.S. team at the
Vesper
Boathouse at Schuylkill, Philadelphia had helped develop her skills.
“It is my ultimate goal to be the 1st Nigerian to row at the
Olympic Games. Heading into Rio, it’s a really wonderful opportunity for
Nigeria. This is the first time we’ve had an athlete at the Olympics in the
sport of Rowing,” said Ukogu
More photos below:
No comments:
Post a Comment