Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili criticizes the National Olympic Committee (NOC) and Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) for their misconduct towards her, highlighting the lack of accountability. Her sentiments reflect the broader frustration with Nigerian governance, as echoed by social media users advocating for justice and better treatment of athletes.
Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili has publicly criticized the National Olympic Committee (NOC) and Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) for their treatment of her, expressing frustration over the lack of accountability. Ofili, who is yet to see anyone being punished for the alleged wrongdoings, voiced her concerns amidst the ongoing preparations for the Paris Olympics.
On social media, Ofili’s comments sparked a wave of reactions from Nigerians. One user humorously questioned the likelihood of punishment, referencing widespread governmental corruption, “Who they won punish? dey play the one wey carry our government money pay pikin school fees N80+ Billion dey this same Nigeria as us .” Another user empathized with athletes representing other countries, stating, “I would never blame those Nigerians representing other countries cuz wtf .”
Many social media users expressed dismay over the systemic failures in Nigerian sports and governance. One remarked, “INEC too dey oversee all of these things. May she and other athletes get justice
.” Another lamented, “Nigeria has failed her 
.”The frustration extended to broader societal issues, with one criticizing the government's lack of accountability, “Never expect accountability from this government, even those that were indicted of corruption are given top positions.”
