MTN Champs 2024: Orajimetochukwu Phares Okammor - Nigeria's Fastest Six-Year-Old Athlete

NaijablaseTv ( Ettah Emmanuel O.)

By ETTAH EMMANUEL O. 

In the bustling city of Jos, Plateau state, a young talent is making waves in the Nigerian athletic scene. Meet Orajimetochukwu Phares Okammor, affectionately known as Jimeto, hailing from Anambra state. Born into a family deeply rooted in sports, Jimeto's father, a former basketball player, recognized his son's potential from an early age.

At just six years old, Jimeto is already showcasing remarkable prowess on the track. In a recent competition,

he astonished spectators with a blistering sprint, clocking an impressive lifetime best of 17.72 seconds in the Boys 100m Cadet category. Despite his tender age, Jimeto's performance earned him a commendable 5th place finish in his heat, illustrating his natural talent and dedication to the sport.

Jimeto is not alone in his athletic journey; he shares his passion with his siblings, creating a family legacy of sporting excellence. His elder brother, Sochikanyima, aged eight,

demonstrates promise in basketball, following in their father's footsteps.
Meanwhile, his younger sibling, Sopuluchukwu, aged four, shows early signs of potential in boxing, further solidifying the family's athletic pedigree.

Recognizing Jimeto's extraordinary talent, MTN, one of Nigeria's leading telecommunications companies, took notice and expressed their admiration for his story.

Emamoke Ogoro, the General Manager of MTN, personally rewarded Jimeto with gifts at the stadium, acknowledging his dedication and achievements at such a young age.

Despite Jimeto's love for football and his boundless energy on the field, his father made the decision to steer him towards athletics. With a strategic vision in mind, Jimeto's father believed that athletics would not only harness his son's natural abilities but also provide valuable discipline and focus,

laying the foundation for a promising future in sports.
As Jimeto continues to hone his skills and chase his dreams on the track, his story serves as an inspiration to young athletes across Nigeria. With unwavering determination and a supportive family by his side, Jimeto is poised to leave an indelible mark on the world of athletics, representing the bright future of Nigerian sports.

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