SUN FEB 08 2026-theGBJournal| From bobsleigh and skeleton to cross-country ski, Team Nigeria is once again present at the Winter Olympic Games as competition begins in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy (Feb 6–22).
Nigeria first appeared at the Winter Olympics in 2018 and has maintained consistent participation through Beijing 2022 and now Milano-Cortina 2026, marking the country’s fourth straight outing at the Games.
The nation is represented by cross-country skier Samuel Ikpefan, competing in the men’s sprint classic and 10 km freestyle events. His participation makes him Nigeria’s first athlete to feature at two Winter Olympic Games.
His journey represents the steady expansion of Nigeria’s presence across global sporting platforms.
The most notable names in Team Nigeria are Seun Adigun, Ngozi Onwumere, Akuoma Omeoga and Simidele Adeagbo who are competing in bobsleigh and skeleton at the Winter Olympics.
The National Sports Commission celebrates Team Nigeria and remains committed to supporting athletes competing on every international stage.
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