The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed that members of the Tunisian delegation at the ongoing CAA U18/U20 African Athletics Championship in Abeokuta, Ogun State, were involved in a road traffic accident on Saturday, 19th July 2025.
The incident occurred while the team was returning to the Games Village from the competition venue. It was revealed that the affected vehicle was not under the officially organised transport protocol, which normally includes security escorts and support personnel.
In a stroke of fortune, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, was passing through the same route and immediately stopped to offer assistance at the scene.
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The injured athletes were promptly moved to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abeokuta for first aid, before being transferred to another medical facility for comprehensive care.
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Both the Governor and the Director General of the NSC visited the hospital shortly after, ensuring the athletes received necessary treatment and support.
The NSC also confirmed that its Director General remains in direct communication with the Tunisian team leadership.
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Expressing sympathy, the NSC wished the athletes a speedy recovery and thanked the Ogun State Government, emergency medical personnel, and security agencies for their rapid and effective response.
The NSC reiterated its commitment to the safety and well-being of all participants at the championship.
