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🇳🇬 UPDATE: NSC Chairman @ShehuDikko is currently being represented by Barr. Musa Amadu, Special Adviser, alongside the Chairman’s Technical Assistants, Barr. Uche Egbe and Olanrewaju Ogunjobi, at the ongoing ECOWAS Ministerial Meeting for the Consolidation, Validation and Adoption of the ECOWAS Sports Policy in Dakar, Senegal. More information to follow. . #NSC #NSCActivitiesUpdate #NationalSportsCommission

🇳🇬 TEAM NIGERIA’S SUPER FALCONS RECEIVE PRESIDENTIAL REWARDS IN MOROCCO The National Sports Commission (NSC) has officially presented the Super Falcons with the full package of the Presidential rewards approved by President @officialABAT, GCFR, for their triumph at the 2025 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), while also unveiling additional financial incentives ahead of the team’s opening match at the 2026 tournament in Rabat, Morocco. The presentation took place on Monday, July 28, where NSC Chairman @ShehuDikko met with the players and officials at the team’s camp in Rabat, fulfilling the President’s commitment before Nigeria begins the defence of it's continental title. Each of the 24 players and 12 officials received the title documents (Certificate of Occupancy) for their fully paid three bedroom homes in Abuja, allocated by the Federal Government. The team was also presented with certificates confirming the award of the national honour of Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) duly signed by the President/C-in-C. In addition, the NSC confirmed that the cash rewards approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Naira equivalent of $100,000 USD for each player and Naira equivalent of $50,000 USD for each coach and technical official, have been approved and are currently being processed by the @FinMinNigeria and the Office of the Accountant General of the Federation for direct payment into the beneficiaries’ accounts through the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). As part of preparations for the ongoing championship, the Commission further informed the team that all allowances and bonuses covering the entire WAFCON 2026 tournament up to the final have already been released by the NSC and made available to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for immediate payment to the players as they progress through the competition. In line with the NSC’s Athlete First policy under the RHINSE initiative and in support of the Renewed Hope and Shared Prosperity Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, Shehu Dikko also announced a special performance based motivation package for the Super Falcons. Under the incentive scheme, the team will receive $5,000 USD for every goal scored during the group stage, $7,500 USD per goal in the quarter finals, $10,000 USD per goal in the semi finals, while each goal scored in the final will attract a minimum of $15,000 USD with the final amount to be confirmed before the championship match if Nigeria qualifies. Speaking on behalf of the Commission, Shehu Dikko said the fulfilment of the Presidential rewards demonstrates the Federal Government’s commitment to recognising excellence while ensuring Nigerian athletes receive the support they deserve. Dikko confirmed to the players that’s their Houses certificates of occupancy and National honours certificates has been ready and in the commission possession but a decision was taken to hand it over to them when they regroup in full as at now just like was done to the Super Eagles before the last AFCON in Morocco and the D’Tigress before their last World Cup qualifiers in Paris. The Chaiman further assured the players and officials that as they keep doing well and bringing Honour to Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR will continue to Honour them on behalf of a grateful nation. The @NGSuper_Falcons through the Captain Rashidat Ajibade expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for redeeming the promises made to them after their 2025 WAFCON victory. They also thanked the National Sports Commission for ensuring their allowances, bonuses and additional motivation packages were in place before the 2026 competition began, while commending the Nigeria Football Federation for the quality of preparations and logistics ahead of the tournament. The team pledged to repay the confidence shown in them by defending Nigeria’s WAFCON title and continue to bring honour and pride in o Nigeria. . #NSC #RHINSE #SuperFalcons

Director-General of the National Sports Commission @NatSportsComm , Hon. Bukola Olopade, President of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN), Chief Tonobok Okowa, High Chief Solomon Ogba, seven-time olympian Funke Oshonaike and others at the Scoutounhill Stadium earlier today for athletics events at the Commonwealth Games. DG is everywhere with the athletes.

🦅 The @NGSuper_Falcons are ready to begin their CAF Women Africa Cup of Nations title defense today. Let's go Super Falcons. 🎥 @CAFwomen . #NSC #NationalSportsCommission #SuperFalcons

🇳🇬 TEAM NIGERIA CLIMBS TO FOURTH AS WEIGHTLIFTERS DELIVER GOLDEN DAY IN GLASGOW Team Nigeria enjoyed another outstanding day at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, adding three more gold medals through a dominant display in weightlifting to take the nation’s medal tally to 10 medals, six gold and four silver, moving Nigeria to fourth place on the overall medal table. 🥇 Edidiong Joseph Umoafia claimed gold in the men’s 71kg event with a combined lift of 319kg. 🥇 Onome Omolola Didih claimed gold in the women’s 53kg event, producing a Commonwealth Games record with a 203kg total. 🥇 Rafiatu Folashade Lawal successfully defended her Commonwealth title, winning the women’s 58kg event with another brilliant performance. The latest victories continue Team Nigeria’s impressive run in Glasgow, with weightlifting once again delivering on the biggest stage. The National Sports Commission congratulates and commends every Team Nigeria athlete, coach and official for their continued commitment to making the nation proud. . #NSC #NationalSportsCommission #RHINSE #TeamNigeria

🥇 ANOTHER GOLDEN MOMENT FOR TEAM NIGERIA Team Nigeria’s impressive campaign at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games reached another milestone as Onome Omolola Didih claimed gold in the women’s 53kg weightlifting event with a record breaking performance. Didih opened the competition by clearing 93kg in the snatch, setting a new Commonwealth Games record before completing her lifts with a combined total of 206kg, establishing another Games record and securing another gold medal for Nigeria. The achievement sparked celebrations in Glasgow and back home, where NSC Chairman Shehu Dikko joined in cheering another outstanding performance by Team Nigeria. Congratulations, Onome, on another memorable achievement for Nigeria. 🎥 @oganlamedia 📸 @MakingOfChamps . #NSC #NationalSportsCommission #RHINSE #TeamNigeria

NSC Chariman, @ShehuDikko celebrates Onome Didih’s record breaking gold medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

Another medal on the board, and Team Nigeria remains firmly on course to achieving our medal targets at the #Glasgow2026 Commonwealth Games. Congratulations to Ruth Asuquo Nyong on her outstanding Silver Medal in the Women's 48kg Weightlifting event, recording a combined lift of 168kg (75kg Snatch, 93kg Clean & Jerk). What's particularly encouraging is that Ruth surpassed our Elite Board's projection. She was tipped for Bronze but delivered Silver. That upward progression reflects the hard work, preparation and belief within this team. I remain very optimistic about what lies ahead, especially with our athletics team. After spending time with the athletes, coaches and technical crew, I am confident they have what it takes to significantly boost our medal tally. We are hopeful of adding seven to eight gold medals from athletics. I am immensely proud of every athlete, coach and official who has worked tirelessly over the past one and a half years. Across the Games Village and competition venues, many have remarked that Nigerian sports now carries a renewed identity, purpose and confidence. That, in itself, is a victory we will continue to build on. Under the leadership of our Chairman, Mallam Shehu Dikko @ShehuDikko, athlete welfare remains at the centre of our reforms. Our athletes deserve not only our support and admiration but also recognition and reward for the sacrifices they make in representing our nation. The journey continues, and I have no doubt Team Nigeria will keep making the country proud. 🇳🇬 9ja No Dey Carry Last! #TeamNigeria #Glasgow2026

🇳🇬 NIGERIA FEELS AT HOME IN GLASGOW. The @PUMA Nigeria House continues to bring together Team Nigeria, officials, partners, supporters and members of the Nigerian community throughout the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games. With NSC Chairman @ShehuDikko and Director General Hon. @BukolaOlopadee joining the athletes, the Nigeria House has become a vibrant space celebrating Nigerian sport, culture and the achievements of Team Nigeria at the Games. The PUMA Nigeria House remains open daily until 2nd August, welcoming visitors to experience the energy, pride and spirit of Team Nigeria. . #NSC #NationalSportsCommission #RHINSE #TeamNigeria

🥊 CONGRATULATIONS, ANTHONY JOSHUA. On Saturday, 25 July 2026, British-Nigerian boxing star @anthonyjoshua made a triumphant return to the ring, defeating Albania’s Kristian Prenga by second-round knockout at the Jeddah Superdome in Saudi Arabia. After surviving two first-round knockdowns, Joshua showed the resilience and champion’s mentality that have defined his career, producing a stunning comeback victory. The moment carried even greater significance as he honoured the memories of his late friends, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele, whose names he wore on his fight kit. Reflecting on the victory, Joshua said: “It’s more than punch power. That was spirit, that was Latz, that was Sina, that was the families.” His words captured the emotion behind the performance and served as a reminder that some victories are driven by purpose, resilience and the people we carry with us. The National Sports Commission congratulates Anthony Joshua on this inspiring comeback and wishes him continued success in the next chapter of his illustrious career. . #NSC #NationalSportsCommission #RHINSE #TeamNigeria

🦅 The Super Falcons have landed Nigeria’s Ten- time African champions are set for WAFCON 2026, where they’ll face 3 teams in the group stage. 🆚 Malawi 🆚 Zambia 🆚 Egypt The National Sports Commission wishes the team a successful campaign and the very best as they fly the nation’s flag. Go and make Nigeria proud. 📸 Just Fotos . #NSC #NationalSportsCommission #RHINSE #SuperFalcons

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🇳🇬 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗥𝗗 𝗕𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗥𝗧 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠 𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗔 Team Nigeria opened it's Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games campaign in impressive fashion, finishing Day One second on the medal table with six medals, three gold and three silver, all won in Para Powerlifting. 🥇 Esther Nworgu – Women’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting (Gold) 🥇 Folashade Oluwafemiayo – Women’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting (Gold, World Record) 🥇 Rilwan Idris – Men’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting (Gold) 🥈 Roland Ezuruike – Men’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting (Silver) 🥈 Esther Oyema – Women’s Lightweight Para Powerlifting (Silver) 🥈 Rita Ferdinand – Women’s Heavyweight Para Powerlifting (Silver) The opening day also saw Team Nigeria produce record-breaking performances in Para Powerlifting, while the men's 3x3 Basketball team began it's campaign with a 21–17 victory against the Cayman Islands. Nigerian boxers also stepped into the ring as competition gathered momentum across multiple sports. NSC Chairman @ShehuDikko and Director General Hon. @BukolaOlopadee were on hand throughout the day to support and encourage Team Nigeria's athletes. Following the medal-winning performances, both officials joined in presenting the immediate cash rewards (sweat bonus) to the medallists under the Federal Government's athlete incentive programme, ensuring the athletes received recognition for their achievements at the competition venue immediately after the win a medal (Sweat Bonus) while winning is also paid directly to the account. Gold medallists received an instant $5,000 from the National Sports Commission and another $5,000 paid directly into their accounts making a Total of $10,000 for Gold, while silver medallists received an instant $2,000 and $3,000 paid directly into their accounts making a total of $5,000 for silver and Bronze Medalist are paid $1000 instant and another $2,000 to their account making a total of $3,000 and the coaches get $5,000 for Gold won by their athletes, in line with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR’s commitment to rewarding sporting excellence. Additionally athletes are paid $200 USD daily allowances while coaches are paid $250 USD daily allowance …. It was a memorable opening day for Team Nigeria, with strong performances across competition and a solid platform to build on as the Games continue. . #NSC #NationalSportsCommission #RHINSE #TeamNigeria