By Jude Opara
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has confirmed that Nigerian athletes preparing for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, will undergo an intensive four-week residential training camp in Aberdeen as part of efforts to ensure optimal performance at the Games.
Director General of the NSC, Hon. Bukola Olopade, said the Commission secured the base in Aberdeen also in Scotland, in a move to enhance coordination, reduce travel fatigue, and eliminate last-minute logistical challenges.
Olopade added that the choice of situating the camp within the host country well ahead of the Games is an outcome of past experiences from previous international championships.
“We have deliberately positioned our preparation camp close to the competition environment to allow athletes settle early and train under similar conditions. Experience has shown us that last-minute movements across countries can be disruptive. This time, we are prioritizing stability, structure, and proper coordination,” he explained.
The DG further revealed that the Team Nigeria will arrive at the camp four weeks before the opening ceremony, so as to allow enough time for the athletes to acclimatize and bond together as a team.
“Our goal is to remove avoidable stress from the athletes and technical crew. By planning early and working within established performance frameworks, we are putting measures in place to support peak performance when it matters most,” he said.
The Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, scheduled to take place from July 23 to August 2, and will feature 10 sports.
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