Nike and Slawn Unveil Bold 2026 Nigeria Collaboration Kit

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The Super Eagles might not be taking the pitch at the 2026 FIFA World Cup this summer, but their undeniable influence on global street fashion remains entirely unmatched. Continuing Nigeria‘s legacy of delivering the most highly anticipated, culture-shifting football gear in the world, Nike has tapped 25-year-old artist Olaolu Slawn to design a special-edition third kit for the federation. Merging authentic national pride with raw artistic expression, the collaboration ensures Nigeria will still dominate the summer style conversation.

Born in Nigeria and currently based in London, Slawn brings his chaotic, highly recognizable aesthetic directly to the textile. The centerpiece of the collaboration is a striking performance-first jersey that boasts bold “NAIJA” text across the center of the chest. The rest of the shirt is enveloped in an all-over print of Slawn’s signature tribal and graffiti-inspired motifs. While the design provides incredible off-pitch flair, it remains fully functional; the jersey utilizes Nike’s advanced Aero-FIT technology, ensuring it is breathable and ready to perform across a variety of climates.

This standout kit serves as the anchor for a wider capsule that includes the previously teased Slawn x Nike Cryoshot—a lifestyle sneaker covered in matching graphics that pays homage to the historic 1998 Mercurial football boot. Together, the kit and the footwear form a cohesive package that joins the ranks of other heavy-hitting federation collaborations from Nike’s World Cup rollout, which includes exclusive projects from Patta and the Virgil Abloh Archive™. Furthermore, the wider apparel collection carries a conscious ethos, with ties to the Bravehearts Ladies Foundation to assist young female athletes throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.

Whether you are actually lacing up for a match or just looking to elevate your summer streetwear rotation, Slawn’s take on the Super Eagles uniform is destined to be a massive hit. Official launch details for the 2026 Nigeria Federation Collection are expected to be finalized soon, with the drop slated to hit Nike SNKRS and select global retailers by the beginning of June.

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