Nigerian quarter-miler Samuel Ogazi has expressed his delight after claiming the NCAA 400m indoor title, a victory that also saw him set a Nigerian record and a season-leading time of 44.57 seconds.
Ogazi said he went into the race with strong belief in his ability and was determined to prove himself on the track.
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“I knew I was better than the rest of the field, and I just had to prove it,” Ogazi said.
The Nigerian athlete admitted that indoor races usually make him nervous, but explained that he had to mentally push past that feeling ahead of this event.
“I usually get nervous during indoor events, but I spoke to myself and changed that this time,” he added.
His winning run not only secured the title but also underlined his growing status as one of Nigeria’s brightest athletics prospects.
Ogazi’s 44.57s performance now stands as both a season-best mark and a new Nigerian indoor record, further highlighting the scale of his achievement.
The quarter-miler’s triumph has drawn praise from athletics followers, with many seeing it as another major step forward in his rising career.
For Ogazi, the performance was not just about winning, but about showing confidence, overcoming nerves, and delivering when it mattered most.
