Nigeria Dominates 2026 African Cycling Championships With 16-Medal Haul

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Team Nigeria has taken center stage at the ongoing 2026 Confederation of African Cycling (CAC) Para-Track and Track African Championships, delivering a commanding performance at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Velodrome in Abuja, Trybal News Reports.

The continental championship has brought together some of Africa’s top cycling nations, including Egypt, Kenya, South Africa, Algeria, and host nation Nigeria, in a high-level display of talent and competition.

After two days of action, Nigeria currently leads the medals table with an impressive total of 16 medals, 9 gold, 5 silver, and 2 bronze, reinforcing the country’s growing status as a powerhouse in African cycling.

Table of medals by nation Nigeria 9G 5S 2B 16 Egypt 5G 6S 3B 14 Kenya 5G 1S 3B 9 South Africa 3G  1B 4 Algeria  2S  2  trybalnews

Egypt sits second with 14 medals, while Kenya occupies third place with 9 medals. South Africa and Algeria complete the top five standings.

Nigeria’s cyclists have thrilled the home crowd with outstanding performances marked by speed, endurance, tactical discipline, and technical excellence, drawing loud support from spectators inside the velodrome.

The championship has also once again highlighted the quality of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium Velodrome, widely regarded as one of the continent’s premier cycling facilities.

Having successfully hosted previous editions in 2021 and 2023, Nigeria continues to strengthen its reputation as a major hub for cycling development in Africa.

This year’s championship features over 100 cyclists from eight African nations, all competing for continental honours, medals, and national pride.

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