The Commonwealth Sport Executive Board has decided: following a thorough review process conducted by the body's evaluation committee, She will recommend Ahmedabad as host of the Commonwealth Games in 2030, for the centenary of the event. Abuja (Nigeria) is the only other candidate. The final decision will be made by the members of Commonwealth Sport, at the General Assembly to be held in Glasgow on November 26.
« We are grateful to India and Nigeria for the vision and commitment they have shown in developing their proposals to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games., said Dr. Donald Rukare, Acting President of Commonwealth Sport. These two proposals were inspiring and reflected the breadth of opportunities within our Commonwealth family. The Executive Committee carefully considered the findings of the Evaluation Committee and recommends Ahmedabad to our members. This is an important step for the Movement in the run-up to our Centenary Games, and we now look forward to the General Assembly in Glasgow, where our members will make the final decision. »
In response to Nigeria's bid, the Commonwealth Sport Executive Board has also pledged to support the country in its ambitions, particularly with a view to the 2034 Games. This process has strengthened our determination to host the Commonwealth Games in Africa and to use sport to shape Nigeria's future on the international stage ", assures the Nigerian Minister of Sports, Shehu Dikko. The country will organize the African Youth Games in 2027, and he hopes to win the 2031 African Games.
