Okagbare Disqualified From Tokyo Olympics For Doping

Nigeria’s medal hopeful Blessing Okagbare has been provisionally suspended from the ongoing Tokyo Olympics for doping.

According to the Athletic Integrity Unit, Okagbare tested positive to a banned substance- human growth hormone.

This information which was disclosed in the early hours of Saturday means the Nigerian queen of tracks will no longer be able to take part in the Tokyo Olympics.

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