11th FASU Games: LASU hurdler, Akan, idolises Tobi Amusan

Posted : 27 September 2024

Rosemary Akan, a Lagos State University (LASU) gold medalist in the women's 100m hurdles at the ongoing All African University Games (FASU 2024), says she idolizes Nigeria's Queen of the Track, Oluwatobiloba Amusan, who is a world record holder in the 100m hurdles.

Akan also expressed her excitement at winning her first international gold medal at the competition.

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She won the women’s 100m hurdles in her first-ever appearance on the track at an international event.

The FASU Games are jointly hosted by the University of Lagos (UNILAG), Akoka, and Lagos State University (LASU), Ojo.

Akan, who could not hide her joy, said that the victory would spur her to train harder and possibly represent Nigeria by following in the footsteps of Tobi Amusan.

“It’s wonderful, actually. I’m not going to lie; it is very wonderful because at first, I was very scared since this is my first time in an international competition.

“After I did my rehearsal and all that, my thought was that I should rehearse the first two steps.

“So after my rehearsal, I was like, okay, this is not that bad; I can do it, and I did it.

“It has not been easy because there are times when I have classes, but in training, I thank God for everything,” she said.

Akan also commended the efforts of her coaches, saying they were the force behind her success.

“I will say that with the help of my coaches, Coach Fatai, Coach Jelo, and Coach Jackson, they have been encouraging me.

“I also have the support of my parents; they are behind me on this journey. My mum also prayed for me this morning. The success came as a result of their prayers.

“I intend to do more in athletics, not only in the 100m but also in the 200m. I’m not going to relent because I feel like I still have more work to do.

“I am looking forward to going international to represent Nigeria as a whole. I love to watch Tobi Amusan a lot,” she said.

Akan’s coach, Abraham Jackson, praised the athlete for her dedication, saying he strongly believes in her ability.

“I am really impressed with her performance. In fact, just like she said, this is her first international outing. It has not been easy, but she worked hard to achieve victory.

“I always tell her that winning comes with practice, listening to instructions, and doing the needful.

“In terms of training, she is one of my right-hand persons. I thank God today; I personally chose her as the female coordinator of my athletic team at Lagos State University.

“She took over two years ago, and she has been doing greatly well,” he said.

11th FASU Games: LASU hurdler, Akan, idolises Tobi Amusan

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