Team Nigeria Qualifies for 2026 World Athletics Relays

Team Nigeria has successfully secured a spot in the 2026 World Athletics Relays, which will take place in Gaborone, Botswana. This achievement follows the confirmation from World Athletics that Nigeria's six relay teams are eligible for final entry.

The deadline for submission is April 13 at midnight Monaco time. Nigeria's qualification is attributed to impressive performances on the international circuit, particularly at the Lefika International Relay and the Botswana National Championship.

The team, under the guidance of Carlo De Ang, head of sports services, is expected to not only participate but to contend strongly against the world's elite relay nations. This event represents a significant opportunity for Nigeria to reinforce its status as a rising force in global athletics, driven by effective leadership and a strong institutional backing for high-performance plans.

The countdown to Gaborone has begun, with hopes of converting renewed momentum into podium success.