Nigeria takes home 16 medals from the 2026 African Cycling Championships

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Nigeria have clinched a total of 16 medals at the 2026 Confederation of African Cycling Para-Track and Track African Championships in Abuja, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

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The championship, staged at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Velodrome, brought together elite cyclists from across the continent, including Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, Algeria and hosts Nigeria.

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After two days of competition, Nigeria lead the medals table with nine gold, five silver and two bronze medals, placing them ahead of several of Africa’s traditional cycling powerhouses.

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Egypt sit in second place with 14 medals, while Kenya occupy third with nine.

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South Africa and Algeria complete the top five in the standings.

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The strong performances by the Nigerian contingent have been greeted with enthusiasm from home supporters at the velodrome, with riders impressing in speed, endurance and technical execution throughout the event.

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The competition has also drawn praise for the quality of facilities in Abuja, with the velodrome providing a high-standard platform for continental competition.

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Nigeria have now hosted the championships in both 2021 and 2023, further reinforcing their growing status as a key destination for African cycling events.

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This year’s edition attracted more than 100 cyclists from eight countries, all competing for medals, ranking points and continental recognition.

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