British envoy hails Nigeria’s 24-medal haul at Commonwealth Games
The British High Commissioner praises Team Nigeria’s outstanding 24-medal haul at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, finishing as Africa’s top-ranked nation. Read More: https://punchng.com/british-envoy-hails-nigerias-24-medal-haul-at-commonwealth-games/
The British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Dr Richard Montgomery, recently praised Team Nigeria's remarkable performance at the 2026 Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow, Scotland. Montgomery lauded Nigeria for securing 24 medals, including 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze, during the Games. He described Nigeria's achievement as a "huge achievement" and a testament to the "amazing performance" of the athletes.
Nigeria's overall ranking of seventh in the Games and their position as Africa's highest-ranked nation further highlighted their success. The Chairman of the National Sports Commission, Shehu Dikko, expressed gratitude to the British High Commission for its support, particularly the swift processing of visas that facilitated the participation of athletes and officials.
Nigeria's success saw them win 10 of Africa's 22 gold medals, and three of the six world records were set by Nigerian athletes at the Games. The Deputy Secretary-General of the Nigeria Olympic Committee also congratulated Team Nigeria, and the team captain, Oluwafemi Ayo Fonoshade, thanked the British High Commission for their support.
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