[7] The trials which were held in Abuja saw the seventeen-year-old Adegoke go into the final as the fifth fastest athlete behind favourites Seye Ogunlewe and Ogho-Oghene Egwero.
Ogunlewe did not start in the final, and Adegoke took the opportunity to secure a spot on the Nigerian team to the games by winning the race while Egwero placed second.
He later anchored the Nigerian team made up of Gershon Omubo, Shedrack Akpeki, Alaba Akintola and himself to a win in the 4x100 metres relay at the championships.
He won the 100 meters final at the Nigeria National Sports Festival (EDO 2020) with a time of 10.28s ahead of teammate Alaba Akintola who placed second with 10.29s.
At the 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo, Adegoke ran a personal best of 9.98 in his 100m event heat, becoming the eleventh Nigerian sprinter to break the 10-second barrier.
In addition to his individual event, Adegoke also competed in the 4x100 meters relay, where Nigeria’s team finished with a solid performance.
His leadership and experience on the track made him a valuable asset to the team, and he continued to inspire younger athletes with his commitment to excellence.
Enoch Adegoke’s primary goal is to represent Nigeria at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, where he hopes to compete at full strength and secure a medal.
His journey from a young boy in Ilesa to an Olympic finalist demonstrates the power of perseverance, hard work, and dedication.
Adegoke regularly engages with youth programs and participates in events that encourage young Nigerians to pursue their dreams, whether in sports or other fields.