By Teddy Nwanunobi
After finishing seventh on the final medals table, and emerging as the highest-ranked African nation at the just concluded Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, President Bola Tinubu has commended Team Nigeria on its impressive outing.
According to a statement issued by the presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, on Tuesday in Abuja, Tinubu also praised the athletes for demonstrating resilience, determination, discipline and excellence throughout the competition.
Tinubu noted that the country’s haul of 24 medals (10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze) reflected the athletes’ hard work and perseverance.
He said the experience gained by the athletes would provide a strong foundation for greater achievements in future international competitions.
He added that their exploits would inspire many young Nigerians to embrace the values of commitment, discipline and national service.
The president also lauded the leadership of the Nigeria Olympic Committee and the National Sports Commission for the commitment to sports development.
He commended the institutions for providing support that enabled Nigerian athletes to excel.
“Whether on the podium or through courageous performances in the competition, every member of Team Nigeria 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,” he said.
Tinubu urged the athletes to remain focused and continue striving for excellence in future competitions.
“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 added.
Daily NewsCraft reports that about 3,000 athletes competed for 215 gold medals, a decline from the 2022 edition in Birmingham, England, which had over 5,000 athletes competing in 280 medal events, which held from July 23 to August 2.