Slawn x Nike Cryoshot Striker 1976 Team Nigeria Drops June 16

Nike and Lagos-based artist Slawn are teaming up for the Slawn x Nike CryoShot Striker 1976 in a Team Nigeria colorway, set to arrive on June 16, 2026. The collaboration brings together one of sneaker culture’s most recognized brands and a creative voice rooted in Nigerian art and design, landing on a silhouette that carries a distinct sporting heritage.

Nike has been a dominant force in athletic footwear since its founding in 1964, building a catalog that spans performance running, basketball, and lifestyle categories. The brand’s ability to bridge sport and culture has made it one of the most sought-after names in sneaker releases worldwide, with collaborations forming a core part of how it connects with new audiences and communities.

The CryoShot Striker 1976 serves as the foundation for this release. The “1976” in the name points to a specific era of design that Nike has drawn on across various silhouettes, nodding to a period when athletic footwear was beginning its evolution from pure performance tool to cultural object. The Striker designation within the CryoShot line signals a football, or soccer, influence in the construction and aesthetic of the shoe.

Slawn is the creative name of Olasubomi Tesilimi, a Lagos-born artist whose work blends bold line work, expressive portraiture, and references to Nigerian youth culture. He has built a following through his paintings and has crossed into streetwear and sneaker culture through his distinct visual identity. His involvement in this collaboration brings a direct connection to Nigeria, which aligns with the Team Nigeria colorway. While specific makeup details for this release have not been confirmed yet, the Team Nigeria designation points toward a design rooted in Nigerian national colors and cultural references.

The Slawn x Nike CryoShot Striker 1976 in the Team Nigeria colorway drops on June 16, 2026. You can shop the release through Nike SNKRS and select retailers. If this collaboration has your attention, it is worth exploring more of Nike’s football-heritage silhouettes or keeping an eye on other Nike x artist drops in the same window.

Source: Nicekicks

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