Jessica Oji makes history with Commonwealth Games shot put silver
Nineteen-year-old Jessica Oji has made history by becoming the first Nigerian woman in twenty years to win a Commonwealth Games shot put medal. She secured the silver medal at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, ending a long drought for Nigeria in the event. Jessica Oji’s achievement is seen as a breakthrough for both her career and Nigerian athletics. Her performance has brought renewed attention to the country’s growing pool of talented athletes.
Match highlights
- Jessica Oji won the silver medal in the women’s shot put at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.
- She is the first Nigerian woman to claim a Commonwealth shot put medal since 2006.
- Her success marks the first time since 2002 that a Nigerian female shot putter has medalled at the Commonwealth Games.
- Jessica Oji’s achievement adds to Team Nigeria’s overall medal haul in Glasgow across multiple sports.
- Her performance is seen as a sign of a new era for Nigerian field events and athletics.
