The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), Comrade Philip Shaibu, has said the next task for Nigeria is to ensure the standards set at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, are maintained in future competitions.

Shaibu stated this while addressing journalists at a get-together party hosted by the British High Commission in Abuja.

The event was organised to appreciate athletes, coaches, and administrators of team Nigeria for their performance in Glasgow.

According to the DG, Nigeria will sustain momentum by closely monitoring the progress of athletes and coaches.

He said the institute will continue to introduce them to new techniques and developments in training and sports science to keep them competitive on the international stage.

He explained that the follow-up will focus specifically on the progression of athletes and coaches as they begin preparations for the next Commonwealth Games.

Shaibu noted that the approach will be deliberate, with regular assessments and technical support to bridge identified gaps.

The immediate past Edo state deputy governor stressed that the lesson from Glasgow goes beyond medals.

“The take is not about the medal won in Glasgow Scotland game, but the passion and the never die Nigeria spirit that was at play through the Commonwealth games in Glasgow Scotland,” he said.

He described fighting spirit as the true benchmark for future outings.

Shaibu also commended the sports management team for prioritizing athletes’ welfare during the Games.

According to him, there was no problem with jerseys, accommodation or allowances.

He said the welfare arrangement contributed to team cohesion and performance, and urged that the same standard be sustained going forward.

He however gave Kudos to President Ahmed Bola Tinubu for his total commitment to sports sector.