Chairman of the National Sports Commission, NSC s, Mallam Shehu Dikko, has confirmed that the commission has secured a dedicated budget line for preparations ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The next edition of the games, set to take place in Glasgow, Scotland, has already prompted the NSC to begin laying the groundwork to ensure various sports federations are adequately equipped and prepared for the event.
“We have a budget line for Commonwealth preparations,” Dikko stated.
“The funds will go directly to sports, with a focus on the 2026 target. Additionally, there is a deliberate budget for talent development and grassroots education.
This is why Mr. President appointed a special assistant on grassroots sports. The money will not be allocated to football alone; it will cover all sports and be activated at every level.”
Dikko also emphasized the commission’s commitment to fostering talent development and education at the grassroots level, ensuring the funding impacts a wide range of disciplines and levels of sports development.
The 2026 Commonwealth Games are scheduled to run from July to August 2026, and the early allocation of resources reflects the commission’s determination to achieve strong results across multiple sports.
