Team Nigeria has departed from Aberdeen to Glasgow for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with the first batch of athletes leaving on July 21 and a second batch on July 24. The games will take place from July 23 to August 2, featuring 3,000 athletes.
Kayinsola Ajayi equaled the Nigerian 100m record with a time of 9.84 seconds at the London Diamond League, defeating world champion Oblique Seville, who finished second. This victory marks a significant milestone in Ajayi's career as he prepares for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Kayinsola Ajayi won the men's 100m at the London Diamond League, equaling Nigeria's national record with a time of 9.84 seconds. The Nigeria's Sports Commission congratulated him ahead of the Commonwealth Games 2026, where he is seen as a key medal prospect.
