Meet Nigeria’s First Olympic Rower, Coco

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Nigeria’s ‘first rower’ Cheirika ‘Coco’ Ukogu looks set to make history in the Rio Olympic games.

Although she born and raised in Philadelphia, USA, the 23 year-old says it is her ultimate goal to be the 1st Nigerian to row at the Olympic Games.

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Information Nigeria wishes her good luck and hopes she makes Nigeria proud by winning a medal.

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