The stage is set for the 2016 Rio Olympics taking place between August 5 - 21 in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil.

Nigeria's outing could not have gotten any more weird, after a mix-up with the country's national anthem.

Various issues such as the Zika virus, Russia's doping scandal and the poor level of preparedness of the Nigerian team have foreshadowed this prestigious event.

Despite all these, Nigeria will be looking at winning as much gold medals as possible.

The country will be participating in sporting events such as swimming, Men's football, basketball and others.

Nigeria's U-23 football team had started on a good note by defeating Japan in their opening game at the 2016 Rio Olympics.

The opening ceremony of the Olympics took place on the late evening of Friday, August 5, 2016.

See photos from last night Opening Ceremony at http://doyennaija..com/2016/08/rio-2016-olympics-officially-kicks-off.html?m=0