Meet Team Nigeria athletes for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games
July 24, 2026 5:21 pm
Team Nigeria has officially unveiled the athletes who will represent the country at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games as competition gets underway in Scotland.
The Nigerian contingent will compete across several sporting events, with athletes aiming to deliver strong performances and add to the country’s rich history at the Commonwealth Games.
As the Games begin, Team Nigeria carries the hopes of millions of Nigerians, with expectations high for medal-winning performances in various disciplines.
The team features a blend of experienced competitors and emerging talents who have earned their places through impressive performances in national and international competitions.
According to a post obtained from the National Sports Commission’s X handle on Friday, officials expressed confidence in the athletes’ preparation, urging Nigerians to rally behind the team throughout the competition.
“Competition is underway at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, and Team Nigeria is ready to take on the challenge,” the NSC said in a statement.
The statement added: “Meet the athletes representing Nigeria across the various sports at this year’s Games. As they begin their campaigns in Glasgow, they carry the hopes of the nation onto the Commonwealth stage.”
Team Nigeria also called on supporters to cheer on the athletes as they strive for success.
“Join us in wishing our athletes every success throughout the Games,” the statement added.
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games bring together athletes from across the Commonwealth to compete for medals in a wide range of sports, with Nigeria once again looking to make its mark on the international stage.
Para track cycling
Tijani Oyindamola
Judo
Ekuta Enku
Agbo Michael
Aremu Kehinde
Aremu Taiwo
3×3 Basketball (Female)
Olaleye Titlayo
Nwaozuzu Chituru
Ijigbamigbe Gbemisola
Adefala Nofisat
Para Athletics
Agbo Destiny
Iyazi Eucharia
Nwachukwu Goodness
Uwak Christopher
Christian Ifeanyi
Athletics (Female)
Adeshina Temitope
Amusan Tobi
Ruth Usoro
Chukwuka Obi
Chukwuma Rosemary
George Patience
Nwankwo Rosemary
Joseph Esther
Ogundiran Blessing
Oji Jessica
Olajide Olayinka
Olatoye Oyesade
Ochonogor Prestina
Ezechukwu Miracle
Onyah Favour
Amaechi Obiageri
Athletics (Male)
Ajayi Kayinsola
Akintola Alaba
Ashe Favour
Enekwechi Chukwuebuka
Ezeakor Chidera
Nathaniel Ezekiel
Ogazi Samuel
Okon Israel
Onwuzuruike Udodi
Udo Edidiong
Fakorede Adekalu
Sscluetre Jami
Nnamdi Chinecherem
3×3 Basketball (Male)
Esonwune Marcel
Nwamu Ikechukwu Sean
Okundaye Esosa
Ukawuba Robert
Boxing
Ajishola Kadijat
Mbate Patricia
Oraekwe Blessing
Abdulwahab Abdulramon
Foly Ayomide
Akintola David
Swimming
Oka Dorcas
Adama Abduljabar
Ebingha Colins Obi
Opute Clinton
Para Powerlifting
Ferdinand Rita
Nworgu Esther
Owolabi-Oluwafemiayo Alice
Oyema Esther
Idris Riluwan
Dauda Ibrahim
Ezuruike Roland
Weightlifting
Ayodele Ruth
Didih Onome
Lawal Rafiatu
Nyong Ruth
Osijo Mary
Agboro Favour
Opadeji Adedapo
Umoafia Edidiong
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