World Athletics has ruled against Favour Ofili's application to switch her national allegiance from Nigeria to Turkey, citing that the move was part of a government-funded recruitment strategy that undermines the integrity of international athletics. Ofili, 23, is one of Africa's top sprinters, holding the Nigerian women's 200m record of 21.96 seconds and the world 150m record of 15.85 seconds. The Turkish Athletics Federation submitted her transfer request on July 4, 2025, as part of a group of 11 athletes from various countries. The panel found that the recruitment strategy, led by the Turkish Ministry of Sport, aimed to build a competitive national team for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics by acquiring established athletes from nations with strong athletics traditions. While Ofili cited grievances with the Athletics Federation of Nigeria, including failures to register her for the Paris 2024 Olympics, the panel determined these issues did not justify her transfer under the rules. Ofili can still compete in club events but is not eligible to represent Turkey in national competitions. The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has welcomed her return and expressed support for her future endeavors.