Team Nigeria’s impressive run at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow continued on Sunday as Ruth Asuquo Nyong claimed a silver medal in the women’s 48kg weightlifting event, adding another podium finish to the country’s growing medal tally.
Nyong produced a determined performance, lifting a combined total of 168kg to secure second place. She sealed the silver with a crucial 93kg clean and jerk on her final attempt, completing a remarkable comeback after trailing earlier in the competition.
The medal takes Team Nigeria’s tally to seven medals at the Games, reinforcing the country’s dominance in weightlifting, which has once again delivered the bulk of Nigeria’s success in Glasgow. The Nigeria Weightlifting Federation congratulated Nyong on her achievement, describing her performance as an inspiration to the rest of the team as more events get underway.
Attention is now shifting to the athletics competition, where Nigerian sprint star Favour Ashe begins his campaign, while the boxing and wrestling teams are also preparing for medal opportunities later this week. Officials remain optimistic that Team Nigeria can significantly increase its medal haul before the Games conclude.
Nigeria has traditionally been one of Africa’s strongest performers at the Commonwealth Games, particularly in weightlifting, wrestling and athletics. Nyong’s latest podium finish continues that legacy and provides another boost for the delegation as competition intensifies across multiple sports.
With several medal events still to come, Nigerian supporters will be hoping Nyong’s success inspires more podium finishes as Team Nigeria looks to strengthen its position on the overall medals table.
