Nigeria won 35 medals at the just concluded Commonwealth Games and President Muhammadu Buhari of Nigeria has hailed the team for the excellent performance.
Nigeria’s medal haul at the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games is the highest in the nation’s history and helped Nigeria to a 7th place finish on the medals table.
President Muhammadu Buhari dropped his message on his social media handles on Tuesday night.
Buhari wrote “I join millions of sports-loving Nigerians home and abroad to celebrate the glorious exploits of #TeamNigeria at the 2022 Commonwealth Games #Birmingham2022.
“I watched some of the colourful & spectacular moments of the competition; Nigeria’s successes have brought us great pride!”
“All of our Medalists brought smiles to our faces, by breaking world, national and Games records, as well as achieving personal career bests. Especially our talented young women, in athletics, wrestling and powerlifting.”
“We are proud of these achievements and the memories will linger with the nation forever. For me this is a special moment and a fitting parting gift, being my last Commonwealth Games as Head of State.”
“Let me also celebrate the Coaching Crew and Team Officials for the passion they have demonstrated for the development of Nigerian sports. History will remember them for all their contributions in making our athletes shine on the international stage. We are all very grateful! ” President Muhammadu Buhari concluded.
Mr. Sunday Dare, Nigeria’s Minister of Youths and Sports Development on Monday confirmed that plans are underway for a reception of the medalists on a yet to be announced date in Abuja.
