Chukwuebuka Enekwechi sets new African record in shot put Nigeria's Chukwuebuka Enekwechi made history by becoming the first African to throw over 22 meters in the men's shot put, reports BSNSports.com.ng. This achievement marked his first time exceeding 22 meters, surpassing his previous personal best of 21.91 meters, which he set at the same event last year. READ ALSO: Nigerian Paralympian, Onyinyechi Mark, wins gold, sets new record Enekwechi recorded an African record throw of 22.10 meters, finishing third at the Eugene Diamond League on Saturday. Joe Kovacs won the event with a world-leading mark...