The Director-General of the National Sports Commission, Bukola Olopade, has reaffirmed the Federal Government's commitment to prioritising the welfare of Nigerian athletes as preparations intensify for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

The Games will be held from July 23 to August 2, with Team Nigeria expected to compete in 10 sporting events through a 74-member athlete contingent.

Nigeria will be seeking to surpass its performance at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, where the country emerged as Africa's highest-ranked nation after winning 35 medals, comprising 12 gold, nine silver and 14 bronze. Speaking during an interview, Olopade said the commission's priority is to create the best possible environment for the athletes while ensuring that their welfare needs are adequately addressed.