By Andrew Abah, Abuja
The National Sports Commission (NSC) has announced that the 3rd National Para Games will hold from 26th March to 3rd April, 2026, as preparations intensify towards delivering another landmark edition of Nigeria’s premier para-sport competition.
The official online registration portal for participating states opened on Wednesday, 17th February, 2026, with the Commission urging all states and relevant stakeholders to complete their registration within the stipulated timeline to ensure seamless participation.
Following the conclusion of the online registration phase, the Pre-Delegation Registration Meeting (Pre-DRM) and the Delegation Registration Meeting (DRM) will commence. These processes are critical administrative procedures designed to ensure proper verification, documentation and confirmation of all participating states, athletes, and officials before the Games begin.
The Pre-DRM will focus on the preliminary verification of entries submitted via the online portal, the resolution of discrepancies in athletes’ data, confirmation of sports participation by states and the briefing of State Desk Officers on accreditation procedures.
Subsequently, the DRM will serve as the final confirmation stage for athletes and officials. It will involve the submission and validation of required documentation, as well as the issuance of accreditation clearance for all eligible participants.
Accreditation remains a vital operational component of the National Para-Games. It guarantees proper identification, access control, security management and effective coordination of athletes, officials, technical personnel, media representatives and other stakeholders throughout the duration of the event.
In a significant development, the Commission announced that, following strategic collaboration between the NSC and the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), the NYSC has released its Orientation Camp in Kubwa, Abuja, to serve as the official Games Village for the 3rd National Para-Games. This support underscores the inter-agency commitment to ensuring a well-organized and athlete-friendly environment for participants.
The National Sports Commission reiterates its commitment to delivering a world-class Games that promotes inclusivity, fairness and excellence, while advancing the development of para sports across Nigeria.
All participating states are encouraged to adhere strictly to the registration and accreditation timelines to ensure a smooth and successful competition.
