Rising Nigerian sprint sensation Tima Godbless delivered a career-defining performance at the NCAA East Regional Championships, clocking a stunning 10.91 seconds (+1.2 m/s) to win her 100m heat and set a World Lead time for the season.
Competing for Louisiana State University (LSU), the 20-year-old shattered her personal best, moving up to 4th on the Nigerian All-Time list in the women’s 100m, behind only sprint legends Blessing Okagbare, Mary Onyali, and Rosemary Chukwuma.
Godbless’s blazing run not only secured her a spot in the NCAA Championships but also sent shockwaves through the global athletics community, as it currently stands as the fastest time in the world this year.
This performance marks a major milestone in the career of the former Nigerian U20 champion, signaling her readiness to compete at the highest level on the world stage. With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games in her sights, Godbless’s form is peaking at just the right time.
Her 10.91s finish makes her the second Nigerian woman in recent years to dip under 11 seconds, affirming the resurgence of sprint talent from the West African nation.
As Nigeria builds momentum toward the Olympic season, Tima Godbless’s breakout run is not only a personal triumph but a beacon of hope for the future of Nigerian athletics.
