Nigerian Athletes Youth Olympic Preparation

Habu Gumel, President of the Nigeria Olympic Committee, assured support for Nigeria's athletes at the Youth Olympic Games in Dakar, Senegal, while warning against doping. He emphasized discipline and the importance of the event for future Olympic participation.

Team Nigeria is set to compete with 19 athletes in six sports at the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games, starting on October 31, 2026. The team has undergone a 21-day local camping program to prepare for the event.

The Federal Government announced a $3,000 reward for each gold medallist as Team Nigeria prepares for the 2026 Summer Youth Olympic Games in Dakar. The National Sports Commission emphasized the importance of representing Nigeria with pride and discipline.