Nigeria Confirms Interest in Hosting 2030 Commonwealth Games in Abuja

Nigeria has formally proven curiosity in internet hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Abuja. The Nigeria Olympic Committee (NOC) submitted its expression of curiosity earlier than the deadline on 28 March 2025, signalling the beginning of a attainable bid.

In keeping with a press release from Tony Nezianya, the NOC’s Public Relations Officer, internet hosting the Games could be an excellent probability for Nigeria to spotlight its improvement, enhance its worldwide picture, and promote a stronger sports activities tradition in the nation.

The Games would additionally result in the constructing and upgrading of sports activities amenities, transport techniques, and lodging, which might profit each athletes and most people for years to return.

This isn’t Nigeria’s first try at internet hosting the Commonwealth Games. In 2007, Abuja bid for the 2014 version however misplaced to Glasgow, Scotland, in a 47–24 vote. Nevertheless, Nigeria efficiently hosted the African Games in 2003, displaying it will possibly deal with main worldwide sporting occasions.

The NOC’s transfer is a vital first step in making Nigeria’s dream of internet hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games a actuality. With help from the Federal Authorities, Nigeria may submit a proper bid and host a profitable occasion that unites the nation and demonstrates its energy in sport and infrastructure.