May 14, 2026

Rio Olympics: Bukola Saraki Congratulates Nigerian Runner ‘Divine Oduduru’

By Farouk Mohammed

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Senate president Bukola Saraki has joined other Nigerians to congratulate Nigerian Olympian runner Divine Oduduru who finished in second place in the 200 meter run yesterday with a speed of 20.34 seconds as he qualified for the Men’s 200m semi finals. This feat placed him just behind famed sprinter Usain Bolt from Jamaica who finished first with 20.28 seconds.

The senate president through his twitter account wrote; Great performance from Divine Oduduru. Missed the race but just saw the clip. I have no doubt that he has what it takes to be number 1. #Rio

 

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