Tinubu hails Nigeria’s Commonwealth games performance

…As Nigeria sets 3 world records, ranked 1st amongst African countries, 7th globally

President Bola Tinubu has applauded Team Nigeria on their remarkable performance at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

A breakdown of the ranking shows that Nigeria took the number one position amongst the African countries at the games, placing 7th overall on the final worldwide medal table.

Nigeria’s athletes also set three new world records while Australia and England achieved two and one new world records respectively.

President Tinubu while celebrating the outstanding performance of the athletes, commended them for demonstrating the resilience, determination, discipline, and excellence that define the Nigerian spirit.

Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, in a statement, said the President commended Team Nigeria for flying the country’s flag with dignity and pride, affirming that the 24 medals won—10 gold, 7 silver, and 7 bronze—are a testament to their hard work and perseverance.

The President said the experience gained by every athlete will serve as a strong foundation for greater accomplishments in future international competitions and inspire many young Nigerians to embrace the values of commitment and national service.

He also commended the leadership of the Nigeria Olympic Committee and the National Sports Commission for their continued commitment to the development of sports and support for athletes.

He therefore , urged the athletes to remain focused and continue reaching for excellence.

“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.

“On behalf of the Government and the people of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, I express profound appreciation to our athletes, coaches, technical officials, medical personnel, administrators, and all those whose dedication and sacrifice made Nigeria’s participation at the Games possible.

“My administration remains steadfast in its resolve to invest in sports development, strengthen our sporting institutions, improve training facilities, and create greater opportunities for our talented athletes to excel on the continental and global stage,” the President states.