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Edward Ajado

1929 – 1980

Nigerian sprinter

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About Edward Ajado

Lived 1929 – 1980 (aged 51). Edward Ajado was a Nigerian sprinter.

Edward Alabi Ajado (1 March 1929 – 26 December 1980) was a Nigerian sprinter. He competed in the 100 metres and 200 metres at the 1952 Summer Olympics and in the 100 metres and 4 × 100 metres at the 1956 Summer Olympics. At the 1954 British Empire and Commonwealth Games, Ajado won a silver medal in the 4 × 110 yards relay (with Muslim Arogundade, Abdul Karim Amu, and Karim Olowu) and finished fourth in the 100 yards.

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward Ajado?

Nigerian sprinter

When was Edward Ajado born?

Edward Ajado was born on 1 March 1929 in Abeokuta.

When did Edward Ajado die?

Edward Ajado died on 26 December 1980 in Lagos.

What was Edward Ajado's occupation?

Edward Ajado was a sprinter.

What nationality was Edward Ajado?

Edward Ajado was Nigerian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward Ajado

· Wikidata: Q19061368

· DBpedia: Edward Ajado

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