By ETTAH EMMANUEL O.
Team Cross River State’s sprint sensation, Patience Okon, has secured her place in the finals of the women’s 400 metres at the 22nd National Sports Festival (NSF), Ogun 2024. Delivering a powerful performance during the semi-finals, she clocked an impressive 52.20 seconds to emerge top in her heat, setting the pace for what promises to be an electrifying final.
The seasoned sprinter, who has consistently represented Cross River with distinction, expressed her excitement and confidence during an exclusive interview with Ettah Emmanuel O., the Media Officer of Team Cross River. Consistency pays a lot, Patience emphasized. “I’m very excited to be here again, staying competitive and consistent in every race.”
With the finals set to take place later today, all eyes are on Okon as she seeks to bring home a gold medal for Team Cross River. Her remarkable journey through the heats and semi-finals has not only raised hopes but also reinforced her status as one of Nigeria’s most reliable track stars at the national level.
Her qualification is a major boost for Cross River State’s medal campaign at the NSF Ogun 2024, as the team continues to demonstrate resilience and talent across various events. As the countdown begins for the 400M women’s final, the entire state and athletics community rally behind Patience Okon in her pursuit of gold and glory.
