World Athletics Championship : Tola Banjo lauds Tobi Amusan For making Nigeria, Ogun proud
A Former Deputy Speaker, Ogun State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Tola Banjo, has congratulated Tobi Amusan for making Nigeria proud by emerging as the fastest woman in the 100 metres Hurdles competition at the 2022 World Athletics Championship in Oregon, USA.
Hon. Tola Banjo in a congratulatory massage said the Nigerian gold medalist wrote her name in gold by her resilience, hard work and commitment.
He noted that Nigerians both at home and abroad were pleased with Amusan’s feat, urging her to keep the country’s flag flying.
” You have not only distinguished yourself as as a world-class athlete but as a patriot.
“It’s amazing how the news of your victory suddenly brought some respite and a big wave of hope to our country.
“The tears of joy and national pride on display when our Anthem was being played was a joyful moment that healed many wounds.
“It resonated with the peace and unity that we all seek.
He noted that Tobi Amusan’ s story is an inspiration to all Nigerians especially our younger generation, and the girl child in particular.
