Nigerian athletics witnessed another historic moment on Sunday as Ezekiel Nathaniel stormed to a lifetime best and new national record of 47.31 seconds in the men’s 400m hurdles at the Silesia Diamond League in Poland.
The 21-year-old hurdler produced a stunning performance to claim second place in a star-studded race, finishing behind Olympic champion and world record holder Karsten Warholm, who powered to a world-leading time of 46.28 seconds. Qatar’s Abderrahman Samba followed closely in third with 47.34 seconds.
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Nathaniel’s blistering run not only improved his personal best but also rewrote Nigeria’s athletics record books, further establishing him as one of Africa’s most promising track stars. The performance signals his growing dominance in the event and cements his reputation as a genuine medal contender on the global stage.
With the Paris 2025 World Athletics Championships fast approaching, Nigerian fans will be eager to see if Nathaniel can convert his Diamond League momentum into a podium finish against the world’s finest hurdlers.
His achievement in Silesia adds to the growing list of Nigerian athletes making waves internationally, reigniting hope for greater representation and medal success in major championships.
For Nathaniel, the journey is just beginning, but with this new record, he has sent a clear message — Nigeria is back in the mix in the men’s 400m hurdles.
