Foster Care, Olympic Gold and Embracing Nigerian Roots with Kriss Akabusi

Elizabeth spoke to Olympic legend Kriss Akabusi reveals the extraordinary journey from a challenging childhood foster care during the Nigerian civil war, to becoming a world-class athlete and inspirational figure.

We spoke about:
💪 How discipline and sports became his pathway to self-discovery
🇳🇬 Reconnecting with his Nigerian roots and identity after years of rejecting it
🎙️ His spiritual awakening and complex relationship with faith

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CHAPTERS

00:00 Come to The Sacred Live!
00:32 Intro
01:32 What is Sacred to you? Kriss Akabusi answers
03:02 Childhood Influences
05:46 Family Background and Nigerian Heritage
09:40 Experiences in Children's Home and Care System
12:48 Turning Point: A Moment of Realisation
17:04 Reunion with Mother and Cultural Disconnection
22:14 Understanding Parental Sacrifices and Forgiveness
23:02 Transition to Adulthood and Name Change
25:32 Life in the Army and Discovering Athletic Talent
27:55 Finding Purpose Through Sport
29:04 The 1991 Relay Race: A Game-Changing Strategy
34:38 The Spirituality of Sport
41:19 Evolving Spirituality: A Personal Journey
47:23 Embracing Heritage and Identity
50:11 The Gift of Life Awareness


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