Athletes from Nigeria arrive at the opening ceremony of the 23rd Commonwealth Games at the OVO Arena in Glasgow, Scotland, on July 23, 2026. (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)
By Enitan Abdultawab
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria on its impressive performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, where the country secured 24 medals, pledging continued investment in sports development.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Nigeria’s haul of 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze medals as proof of the athletes’ resilience, discipline and determination.
Commending the contingent, Tinubu said, “Whether on the podium or through courageous performances in the competition, every member of Team Nigeria has represented our nation with honour, dignity, and pride.”
