There may not have been gold, but Jessica Oji delivered a performance that felt just as special for Team Nigeria.

The 19-year-old Nigerian-American, competing in her first-ever Commonwealth Games for Nigeria, produced a brilliant throw of 17.87 metres to win silver in the women’s shot put final, adding another medal to Team Nigeria’s impressive campaign in Glasgow.

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Oji finished behind reigning world-class Canadian thrower Sarah Mitton, who claimed gold with 19.88m, while Jamaica’s Lloydricia Cameron settled for bronze after also throwing 17.87m, with Oji securing silver on countback.

For the young Nigerian, the silver medal is another landmark achievement in what has been a remarkable breakthrough season.

Born and raised in the United States, Oji switched her international allegiance to Nigeria earlier this year and has wasted no time making an impact. The University of Pennsylvania athlete already holds the Nigerian shot put record and has emerged as one of Africa’s brightest young field-event talents after a string of record-breaking performances during the American collegiate season.

Her medal in Glasgow is further proof that Nigeria’s future in the throwing events is in safe hands.

At just 19 years old, Oji showed composure beyond her years against an experienced field, standing on the Commonwealth Games podium in only her debut appearance for Team Nigeria.

Her silver also continues an outstanding campaign for Nigeria, which has seen athletes excel in para powerlifting, weightlifting, athletics and para athletics.

🇳🇬 Team Nigeria Medal Table

Medal Total

🥇 Gold 7
🥈 Silver 5
🥉 Bronze 2

Total 14For Jessica Oji, however, Glasgow is about much more than a silver medal. It is the arrival of a new Nigerian star. At just 19, she has announced herself on one of the biggest stages in Commonwealth sport, and if this performance is any indication, many more podium finishes lie ahead for one of Team Nigeria’s brightest prospects.

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The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Grassroots Sports Development, Hon. Adeyinka Anthony Adeboye, has applauded Team Nigeria for what he described as one of the country’s most inspiring Commonwealth Games campaigns in recent history, saying the performances in Glasgow are clear evidence that strategic investment in athletes and grassroots sports is beginning to yield remarkable results.

Hon. Adeboye, who was at the athletics events alongside the Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Hon. Bukola Olopade, praised the fighting spirit displayed by Nigerian athletes, whose performances continue to attract admiration from spectators across the Commonwealth.

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The Presidential aide said every competition has reinforced the fact that Nigeria possesses the talent to compete with the very best in the world when athletes are provided with the right environment, adequate preparation, and strong institutional support.

“Watching our athletes compete here in Glasgow fills me with immense pride. Beyond the medals, what we are witnessing is the emergence of a new generation of Nigerian champions whose performances are proving that our country remains a force in international sports. The future of Nigerian sports is incredibly bright.”

Hon. Adeboye described the record-breaking performances by Team Nigeria’s athletes as a reflection of the reforms introduced by the National Sports Commission under the leadership of Chairman Mallam Shehu Dikko and Director General Hon. Bukola Olopade, noting that improved athlete welfare and performance incentives have boosted confidence within the Nigerian contingent.

He particularly commended para-athletics sensation Goodness Nwachukwu for rewriting the world record books in the women’s discus event while winning Nigeria’s seventh gold medal, describing her achievement as an inspiration to young athletes across the country.

The SSA also celebrated the silver medal won by 19-year-old Nigerian-American Chukwuebuka Oji in the women’s shot put, describing her remarkable debut for Team Nigeria as proof that the country’s future in field events is secure.

“Seeing a 19-year-old athlete stand confidently on the Commonwealth Games podium in her first appearance for Nigeria tells us everything about the importance of believing in young talents. Whether they are discovered within our communities or proudly choosing to represent Nigeria from abroad, they deserve our support and confidence. They are the future of our nation.”

Hon. Adeboye further applauded athletes who have made history during the Games, including those who broke longstanding medal droughts, established new Commonwealth and world records, reached unprecedented finals, and opened new frontiers for Nigerian sports.

According to him, Team Nigeria’s achievements go beyond the medal table.

He noted that they represent the success of deliberate planning, improved athlete preparation, effective administration, and renewed confidence in Nigerian sports.

“This Glasgow campaign is special because it is not defined only by medals. It is defined by history being made. We have seen world records broken, decades-long barriers shattered, first-ever achievements recorded, and young athletes announcing themselves on the global stage. These are the milestones that define the progress of a sporting nation.”

The Presidential aide reiterated that grassroots sports remain the foundation of sustainable sporting success, emphasizing that every international champion once started as a young athlete competing in school and community competitions.

He reaffirmed his commitment to expanding grassroots sports development across Nigeria through talent identification, infrastructure development, school sports revival, and strategic partnerships in line with the vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

“Our responsibility is to ensure that the next Goodness Nwachukwu, the next Chukwuebuka Oji, the next Kayinsola Ajayi, and the next generation of world champions are discovered early and given every opportunity to succeed. That is why grassroots sports development remains central to our national sports agenda. The performances in Glasgow have further strengthened our resolve to build a sustainable pathway from the grassroots to the global podium.”

Hon. Adeboye expressed confidence that Team Nigeria would continue to build on its impressive performances as the Commonwealth Games progress, urging the athletes to remain focused and assuring them of the unwavering support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the National Sports Commission, and millions of Nigerians cheering them on from home and across the world.

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Nigeria Edge India as Iyiazi’s Medal Bid Ends in Disappointment

Team Nigeria recorded mixed results in para-sport events at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow on Monday, defeating India 7-6 in a tense Women’s 3×3 Wheelchair Basketball Pool B encounter, while veteran para-athlete Eucharia Iyiazi saw her Women’s Shot Put F57 campaign end in disappointment following a disqualification after an official review.  

The hard-fought victory over India secured Nigeria’s place in the quarter-finals of the wheelchair basketball competition, marking the team’s first-ever win at the Commonwealth Games and keeping alive hopes of a medal finish in Glasgow.  

Nigeria book quarter-final ticket

Nigeria showed resilience to overcome India 7-6 in one of the closest contests of the Women’s 3×3 Wheelchair Basketball tournament.

The Nigerians maintained their composure in a tightly contested encounter, holding off a determined Indian side that battled until the closing seconds. The narrow victory was enough to seal Nigeria’s place in the knockout stage after a competitive Pool B campaign.  

The result also represented a significant milestone for the team, as Nigeria celebrated its first Commonwealth Games victory in women’s wheelchair basketball since qualifying for the Glasgow Games earlier this year.  

Iyiazi denied podium finish

There was, however, disappointment in the Women’s Shot Put F57 final, where Nigeria’s Eucharia Iyiazi was disqualified following an official review after the conclusion of the event.

The decision altered the final standings, with India’s Shilpa Shyla elevated to the bronze medal position. Organizers did not immediately provide detailed reasons for the disqualification, bringing an unfortunate end to Iyiazi’s campaign after she had looked set to challenge for a place on the podium.  

Despite the setback in para athletics, Nigeria ended the day with a historic wheelchair basketball victory that secured a quarter-final berth and added another memorable chapter to Team Nigeria’s campaign at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.  

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