Team Nigeria Athletics Prepares for Commonwealth Games

Team Nigeria Athletics is currently intensifying its preparations for the upcoming Commonwealth Games at a training camp in Asaba. The camp aims to bring together a blend of seasoned athletes and promising young talent, with rigorous training sessions already underway at the Stephen Keshi Stadium.

Head Coach Solomon Aliyu of the Athletics Federation of Nigeria (AFN) expressed satisfaction with the progress made during the first phase of the camp, which lasts for one week. The focus of this phase is on general conditioning and specific drills for sprinters, jumpers, throwers, and hurdlers, with an emphasis on endurance and strength training.

The program is designed to lay a solid foundation for the team as they transition into competitive simulations and gain exposure ahead of the games. Aliyu noted the importance of maintaining focus and building team cohesion, highlighting the athletes' discipline and hunger for success in the conducive training environment of Asaba.