By Akinwale Kasali
The performance of Team Nigeria at the just concluded 13th All Africa Games, AAG, has been applauded by President Bola Tinubu, who showered praises on the Team members for their outstanding performances at the Continental Games.
Team Nigeria finished second on the medals table behind Egypt with 47 gold, 33 silver and 40 bronze medals at the Games in Ghana.
Lauding Team Nigeria for its superlative performance that saw members win more medals than their previous outing at the Games five years ago, Minister of Sports Development, Senator John Owan Enoh, described their performance as commendable.
Conveying President Tinubu’s congratulatory message, the Sport Minister said the President was delighted and impressed with their performance promising to support them and make their preparation ahead of the 2027 All Africa Games in Egypt smooth.
His words, “ On behalf of His Excellency Asiwaju Bola Tinubu ,GCFR , I welcome you back to our dear country.
“I congratulate you for your outstanding performance in the just concluded 13th African Games that held in the Republic of Ghana.
“Our sports-loving President and the vast majority of Nigerians warmly felicitate you for your gallantry and achievements in putting the country on the firm pedestal as a leading sports powerhouse on the continent of Africa.”
At the Games, Nigeria competed with 51 other countries in a fiercely contested event for honours in 29 sports. Nigeria took part in 25 events.
The Minister, however, stressed the need to immediately start preparations for the 14th African Games scheduled for Egypt in 2027 to improve on the performance in Ghana.
“While you bask in the euphoria of your exploits and worthy sense of achievement, let me quickly remind you that preparations for the 14th African Games built to hold in Egypt starts now.
“As your Sports Development Minister, dubbed Nigeria’s Games Master General, I sure will be with you all the way, ” he said.
He assured that the Ministry would continue to prioritise the welfare of Nigerian sports men and women in line with international best practices.
