About Obinna Eregbu
Born 1969. Obinna Eregbu is a Nigerian athletics competitor.
Obinna Eregbu (born 9 November 1969 in Owerri, Imo State) is a retired Nigerian athlete who competed in the long jump. His name, Obinna, means "Father´s heart". He is best known for his gold medal at the 1994 Commonwealth Games.
Eregbu competed for the Iowa State Cyclones track and field team in the NCAA.
His personal best jump was 8.22 metres, achieved in the qualifying round of the 1994 Commonwealth Games. This ranks him fifth among Nigerian long jumpers, behind Yusuf Alli (8.27 m), Charlton Ehizuelen (8.26 indoor), Paul Emordi (8.25) and George Ogbeide (8.24).
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Who is Obinna Eregbu?
Nigerian long jumper
When was Obinna Eregbu born?
Obinna Eregbu was born on 9 November 1969 in Owerri.
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Obinna Eregbu is an athletics competitor.
What nationality is Obinna Eregbu?
Obinna Eregbu is Nigerian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Obinna Eregbu. https://biography.guide/obinna-eregbu/
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