Metro
Nigeria Finish 2026 Commonwealth Games As Africa’s Top-Performing Nation
Nigeria emerged as Africa’s highest-ranked country at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, ending the competition with the continent’s best gold medal haul despite finishing behind South Africa in the overall medal count. According to the final African medal table released after the Games concluded on August 2, Team Nigeria……
Nigeria emerged as Africa’s highest-ranked country at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, ending the competition with the continent’s best gold medal haul despite finishing behind South Africa in the overall medal count.
According to the final African medal table released after the Games concluded on August 2, Team Nigeria won 24 medals comprising 10 gold, seven silver and seven bronze medals.
The 10 gold medals ensured Nigeria finished as Africa’s best-performing nation, ahead of South Africa, which amassed 28 medals in total but secured only seven gold, alongside 11 silver and 10 bronze medals.
Kenya finished third among African nations with 12 medals, made up of three gold, four silver and five bronze, while Mauritius placed fourth after winning one gold, two silver and one bronze medal.
Read Also: Jennifer Obi Chukwuka Sets Personal Best in Commonwealth Games 200m Debut
Cameroon completed the top five with one gold, one silver and three bronze medals.
Uganda and Namibia each finished with three medals, while Ghana, Lesotho and Zambia ended the Games with two medals apiece.
Nigeria’s campaign was highlighted by strong performances across athletics, weightlifting, wrestling, para-sports and boxing, helping Team Nigeria maintain its reputation as one of the continent’s leading sporting nations at the Commonwealth Games.
The achievement also capped another successful outing for Team Nigeria, with the country’s 10 gold medals proving decisive in securing Africa’s top position despite South Africa’s higher overall medal tally.
‘Politics is expensive everywhere’ – Wike replies critics over high billboard cost in Abuja
2027: ‘Peter Obi’s Logic Is Short-Term Turnover Unlike Tinubu Who Thinks Of Next Generation’ – Oshiomhole
“Courts Must Guard Their Independence, Impartiality And Integrity” — NDC Warns After Atiku’s Candidacy Is Nullified
‘He’s closest to Lionel Messi’ – Rashford names player to win more Ballons d’Or than Cristiano Ronaldo
Power Outage: Tegbe assures Nigerians of swift restoration as electricity disruptions hit Lagos, Abuja
Investigate hijab controversy in Nigerian law schools immediately- MURIC to Council of Legal Education
“Every Item Has Been Recovered” — Viral CCTV Helps Trace Lagos Photographer’s Stolen Equipment As Wedding Files Remain At Risk
Jesus de Miguel’s death: ‘He’d never intentionally hurt anyone’ – Owono’s team-mate defends goalkeeper
“Leadership Must Emerge Through Lawful Process, Not Imposition” — Bala Gombe Commends Justice Lifu Over ADC Judgment
US travel ban on Supreme Court Justices based on misinterpreted judgment – Retiring Justice Aji clarifies
“You Acted As A True Statesman During Rivers Crisis” — Fubara Hails Tinubu’s Intervention, Pledges 3m Votes Under APC-PDP Rainbow Coalition
2027: Obi Blows Hot As Thugs Attack NDC Members In Delta
“I Am Cleaning The Mess They Created, Atiku Was One Of Them” — Tinubu Blames Former Leaders For Hunger, Questions Atiku’s University
Tony Elumelu’s daughter bags Oxford MSc
EPL table: Man City suffer shock 3-1 defeat at Nottingham, Arsenal now 6pts clear
“Adeboye Ordered Refund Of Billions In Crime Proceeds Within 24 Hours” — EFCC Chairman Olukoyede Reveals, Warns Churches Against Suspicious Donations
Jigawa, IsDB budget $110m to improve schools, teachers’ development
2027 U-23 AFCONQ: DR Congo coach Bukasa unveils squad for Olympic Eagles clash
Turkey: Orban, Sor on target in Amedspor’s defeat to Galatasaray
Atiku was in charge of economy when he built university – Tinubu
Metro7 days ago“The Election Must Hold As Scheduled” — INEC Chairman Rules Out Postponement Of 2027 General Elections
- Metro7 days ago
“Publishing His Name Is Subject To The Final Outcome Of A Court Order” — INEC Leaves Gwarzo Off Updated Kano Governorship List
- Metro7 days ago
“Sowore’s Whereabouts Remain Unknown” — Armed Men Allegedly Abduct AAC Presidential Candidate In Ado-Ekiti, Damage Vehicles And Restaurant
- Metro7 days ago
“They Beat Me Like A Criminal” — Sowore Recounts Ekiti Attack As Govt Denies Involvement, Calls For Police Investigation
- Metro7 days ago
“21 Exotic Vehicles Affected, No Life Lost” — LASEMA Confirms Lagos Mechanic Workshop Fire, Averts Disaster At Nearby Filling Station
- Viral6 days ago
FLUTTERWAVE’S CYPRUS EXIT: BANK OF CYPRUS OBJECTION TRIGGERS TOTAL WRITE-OFF OF 100% SUBSIDIARY, AUDITED ACCOUNTS REVEAL
- Metro7 days ago
“November 7 Local Government Elections Will No Longer Hold” — Imo Electoral Commission Postpones Poll Indefinitely
- Metro5 days ago
“Nigeria Cannot Afford To Fail In 2027” — UNOWAS Urges Peaceful Elections As NHRC Warns Against Electoral Offences
