Nigeria Dominates Commonwealth Games Opening
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Nigeria secured five medals in para powerlifting on the opening day of the Commonwealth Games, with captain Folashade Oluwafemiayo breaking a world record. Esther Nworgu won Nigeria's first gold medal in women's para powerlifting, setting a new Games record twice. The men's 3x3 basketball team also made history with their first Commonwealth Games victory.
Glasgow 2026: Nigerian Athletes Target Strong Day Two Performances
- Nigerian swimmers and boxers are preparing for strong performances on Day Two of the Glasgow 2026 games. - The women's 3x3 wheelchair basketball team will compete against Scotland in Group B. - The team aims for success in their respective events.
Commonwealth Games: Can Ajayi end Nigeria’s 96-year jinx in men’s 100m?
- Nigeria has a 96-year-long wait for a gold medal in the men's 100m race at the Commonwealth Games. - While Nigerian women have achieved success in sprints, including 100m gold medals, the men's indi…
Commonwealth Games: Captain Oluwafemiayo smashes world record as Nigeria dominates opening day
- Nigeria dominated the opening day of the Commonwealth Games, securing five medals in para powerlifting. - Team captain Folashade Oluwafemiayo broke the world record in the Women's heavyweight para-p…
Nigeria make history with 3×3 basketball victory
- Nigeria's 3x3 basketball team secured their first-ever Commonwealth Games victory, defeating the Cayman Islands 21-17. - The team achieved the win with over a minute remaining, showcasing strong sho…
Record-breaking Nworgu wins Nigeria’s first gold medal
- Esther Nworgu won Nigeria's first gold medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games in women's para powerlifting. - She set a new Games record twice, ultimately winning with a lift of 123kg for 119 …
Nigerian pugilist Akintola makes gold claim
- Nigerian boxer David Akintola aims to win gold in the men's 80kg middleweight division at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. - Akintola expressed confidence in his preparation and ability, stating…