The Nigerian Olympic Committee (NOC) announced it has met the March 28, 2025 deadline for expression of interest to bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games.
Nigeria can only commence a formal bid with the backing of the country’s government.
Nigeria lost a bid to host the 2014 Commonwealth Games to Glasgow.
A statement released by NOC spokesman Tony Nezianya said that Nigeria’s bid for the 2030 Games in capital city Abuja will present a unique opportunity to showcase its development, enhance its global standing and invigorate its sports culture.
Nigeria last hosted a major multi-sport event — the African Games — in 2003 in Abuja.
“That experience will provide a solid foundation for Nigeria to host again, showcasing its ability to manage the logistics, hospitality, and infrastructure development required by such events,” the NOC statement read. (Channels)