Team Nigeria to hold training camp in Scotland before Commonwealth Games
Bukola Olopade, Director-General of the National Sports Commission, has announced that Nigerian athletes will undergo a four-week residential training camp in Scotland ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The training base in Aberdeen is expected to help Team Nigeria acclimatise and prepare under similar conditions to the competition. Olopade emphasised that early arrival and thorough preparation are key to supporting peak performance. The 2026 Commonwealth Games will take place in Glasgow, Scotland, featuring ten sports.
Match highlights
- Bukola Olopade confirmed the four-week residential training camp in Aberdeen for Team Nigeria.
- The camp aims to improve coordination, acclimatisation, and reduce travel-related challenges.
- Olopade’s recent visit to Scotland was part of early planning for accommodation and smooth transition.
- Preparations follow recommendations from the Elite Podium Board and international best practices.
- The 2026 Commonwealth Games will be held in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to Aug. 2.
