President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday noted that in the 100-year history of the Commonwealth Games, no African country has ever hosted the event.
On this basis, he urged member nations of the Commonwealth to support Nigeria’s bid to host the Centenary Games in 2030, stressing that granting the country the hosting rights would send a strong message of unity and inclusion.
Tinubu, who state this through his official his X handle on Wednesday, said, “It is time for Africa. After 100 years of the Commonwealth Games, they have never been hosted on African soil.
By bringing the Commonwealth Centenary Games to Nigeria in 2030, you will send a powerful message that every region of the Commonwealth matters, and that Africa is not only part of the story, but central to its future.
Nigeria is the gateway. Africa is the stage. The Commonwealth is the family. Let us make history together in 2030. Let us complete the circle of Commonwealth unity.
“The dream must be realized. The time is now.”
Tinubu had earlier expressed confidence in Nigeria’s capacity to host the Games, pledging that the country would deliver a world-class event that showcases Africa’s diversity and potential.
Represented by his Chief of Staff, Femi Gbajabiamila, during a meeting with the Commonwealth Sport Bid Evaluation Committee at the Presidential Villa in Abuja, Tinubu assured the delegation that Nigeria is ready and eager to make history.
