Prince Harry and Meghan to Visit Nigeria for Invictus Games Talks

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In May, Prince Harry and Meghan will travel to Nigeria to discuss the Invictus Games, emphasizing support for wounded veterans and exploring Nigeria's potential role in the event's future.

Prince Harry and Meghan are scheduled to visit Nigeria in May for discussions regarding the Invictus Games, an initiative he established to aid wounded and sick servicemembers and veterans. According to Nigerian defense spokesman Brig. Gen. Tukur Gusau, the exact date of Harry's arrival in Africa hasn't been specified, but it's expected to follow a service at London's St. Paul's Cathedral commemorating the games' 10th anniversary.

Nigeria participated in last year's games, reflecting its ongoing military efforts against Islamic extremists. Modeled after the Warrior Games in the US, the Invictus Games, founded by Harry in 2014, provide wounded veterans with opportunities to compete in sports akin to the Paralympics.

Harry, who served in Afghanistan and has been an advocate for veterans, plans to engage in cultural activities during his visit to Nigeria to strengthen the country's involvement in the games and explore the potential of hosting the event in the future. In a recent Netflix series, Harry revealed his struggles with post-traumatic stress disorder and the lack of support he faced upon returning home from Afghanistan, reflecting on how it triggered suppressed emotions stemming from his mother Princess Diana's death when he was 12.

Despite his well-documented tensions with the royal family, Harry continues his advocacy for veterans' welfare.