Nigeria express interest in bidding for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Nigeria express interest in bidding for 2030 Commonwealth Games

Hassan Abdulsalam 12:44 - 07.04.2025

Nigeria has confirmed its interest in hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

Nigeria has expressed interest in hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Abuja.

According to a communique by the Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC), Nigeria met the March 28, 2025, deadline for expression of interest, paving the way for a potential bid.

Hosting the Games would initiate the construction and upgrading of sports venues, transportation systems, and accommodations, creating lasting benefits for the sports community and the general population.

This isn't Nigeria's first attempt at hosting the Commonwealth Games. In 2007, Abuja bid for the 2014 Games but lost to Glasgow, Scotland, in a 47-24 vote. Despite this, Nigeria successfully hosted the African Games in 2003, demonstrating its capability to organize large-scale international events.

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The NOC's expression of interest is a crucial step towards realising Nigeria's vision for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. With the Federal Government's backing, Nigeria can commence a formal bid and potentially host a successful event that showcases its capabilities and fosters national unity.

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