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President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Team Nigeria for finishing as Africa’s highest-ranked nation and 7th overall at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow with 24 medals (10 gold, 7 silver, and 7 bronze).
In a statement issued by the presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday in Abuja, the president noted that the country’s haul of 24 medals (10 gold, seven silver, and seven bronze) reflected the athletes’ hard work and perseverance.
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He said the experience gained by the athletes would provide a strong foundation for greater achievements in future international competitions.
The president also lauded the leadership of the Nigeria Olympic Committee and the National Sports Commission for the commitment to sports development.
“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,” the statement read in part.
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“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,” he said.
