Fidelis Gadzama facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Fidelis Gadzama
Member of Merton London Borough Council for Cannon Hill
In office 2014–2018
Personal details
Born	20 October 1979 (1979-10-20) (age 45)
Political party	Labour
Fidelis Gadzama Medal record Men's athletics Representing  Nigeria Olympic Games Gold 2000 Sydney 4 × 400 m relay

Fidelis Gadzama (born 20 October 1979) is a talented Nigerian athlete and an Olympic gold medalist. He is known for his achievements in track and field, especially in relay races. After his sports career, he also became involved in local politics in the United Kingdom.

Fidelis Gadzama: Olympic Gold Medalist

Winning Olympic Gold

Fidelis Gadzama was part of the Nigerian 4 × 400 metres relay team at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia. In a relay race, four athletes each run a part of the total distance. The Nigerian team initially finished second, earning a silver medal.

The team from the United States originally won the gold medal in that event. However, one of their team members was later found to have used illegal performance-enhancing drugs during the competition. Because of this, the International Olympic Committee formally disqualified the US team from the 4 × 400 metres relay event.

On 21 July 2012, the medals for the 2000 Olympics 4 × 400 m relay were reallocated. This meant that Fidelis Gadzama and the Nigerian team were officially awarded the gold medal. It was a big moment for them, as their hard work was finally recognized with the highest honor.

Life After Sports: A Public Servant

In May 2014, Fidelis Gadzama was elected as a Merton London Borough Councillor for Cannon Hill. A councillor is someone who helps make important decisions for a local area or community. They work to improve public services and represent the people living there. He served as a councillor for the Labour Party.

External links

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