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Judo Federation Pledges Strong Medal Drive as Dr. Oshodi Endorses NSC Roadmap for Glasgow 2026
The Judo Federation of Nigeria has declared full alignment with the National Sports Commission’s performance-driven roadmap for the 2026 Commonwealth Games, vowing to contribute meaningfully to Team Nigeria’s medal target in Glasgow.
The pledge was made by the President of the Judo Federation of Nigeria, Dr. Musa Oshodi, following a strategic engagement with the NSC Director General, Hon. Bukola Olopade, in Abuja. The meeting brought together federation executives to finalize preparations ahead of the Games scheduled for July 22 – August 2, 2026.
Dr. Oshodi said the federation is ready to match the Commission’s urgency, beginning with the nationwide local camp slated to start on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, and the subsequent overseas camp in Aberdeen, Scotland.
“We are fully aligned with the NSC mandate. Glasgow 2026 is not about participation for us, it is about podium finishes,” Dr. Oshodi stated. “The Director General has set the tone – athlete welfare first, discipline always, and results at the end. Judo will not be left behind in this new era of Nigerian sports.”
He noted that the federation has already reviewed past Commonwealth Games performances, identified technical and logistical gaps, and put structures in place to close them early.
“The days of last-minute camping and excuses are over. Our athletes will be in camp early, medically screened, technically refined, and mentally prepared. Aberdeen offers us the right environment to sharpen for Glasgow,” he added.
Dr. Oshodi commended the NSC for prioritizing athlete welfare and logistics, describing it as a shift that will give judokas the competitive edge needed on the world stage.
“When the athlete is well taken care of, performance takes care of itself. The NSC is giving us that foundation, and we as a federation must build on it with accountability and professionalism,” he said.
Nigeria’s judo team has been a consistent medal source at the Commonwealth Games, and Dr. Oshodi expressed confidence that the 2026 edition would surpass previous records.
“Nigerian judo is ready. We have talent, we have a plan, and now we have the backing of the Commission. Our message to Nigerians is simple: expect discipline, expect fight, and expect medals from Glasgow,” he concluded.
The National Sports Commission has confirmed that Team Nigeria’s overseas camp will hold in Aberdeen due to its world-class facilities, climate similarity to Glasgow, and proximity to the Games Village. Over 70 nations and territories are expected to compete across 20+ sports at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
As the countdown begins, the Judo Federation says it is positioning its athletes not just to compete, but to contend.
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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.
Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.
The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.
As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.
The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.
The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.
With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.
Africa is coming to Abuja.
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