Julius Chigbolu
Nigerian athlete
About Julius Chigbolu
Lived 1929 – 2010 (aged 81). Julius Chigbolu was a Nigerian high jumper.
Julius Obiefuna Chigbolu (19 February 1929 – 18 April 2010) was a Nigerian athlete. He competed in the men's high jump at the 1956 Summer Olympics. He is the grandfather of Italian 400 m athlete Maria Benedicta Chigbolu.
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Who was Julius Chigbolu?
Nigerian athlete (1929-2010)
When was Julius Chigbolu born?
Julius Chigbolu was born on 19 February 1929.
When did Julius Chigbolu die?
Julius Chigbolu died on 18 April 2010.
What was Julius Chigbolu's occupation?
Julius Chigbolu was a high jumper.
What nationality was Julius Chigbolu?
Julius Chigbolu was Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Julius Chigbolu. https://biography.guide/julius-chigbolu/
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