The Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting the welfare and long-term interests of Nigerian athletes, insisting that no agreement entered into by an athlete is “cast in stone.”
AFN President, Chief Tonobok Okowa, said the Federation is closely monitoring agreements involving Nigerian athletes and will intervene where such deals are considered detrimental to the athlete or the interests of Nigeria.
Okowa, who is also a Senior Vice President of the Confederation of African Athletics (CAA), said the welfare of athletes remains a key component of the Federation’s responsibilities.
He clarified that the AFN has not entered into any agreement with agents or agencies to provide scholarships to Nigerian athletes, urging athletes and their families to exercise caution before committing themselves to any arrangement.
The Federation also stressed that athletes who are minors should not enter into agreements without the knowledge and consent of their parents or legal guardians.
