Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were mobbed by fans as the Duke of Sussex took part in a sitting volleyball match during their Nigeria tour.
A new Invictus Games highlights reel, released by Team Sussex, shows Harry and Meghan being followed by cameras during their three-day visit as they are met by a large cheering crowd.
The Prince, wearing a black Invictus Games branded polo shirt, denim jeans and light brown shoes, shakes the hands of his teammates as he shuffles into position on the court in front of the net.
Meghan, who turned up in an embroidered £2,275 Joanna Ortiz Tropicana Nights dress, patterned with black and white palm leaves, claps and cheers on as sits and watches intently.
The short polished montage is presented to a backdrop of high-octane music and shows the couple being surrounded by excited fans.
The outdoor volleyball match at the Officers Mess was their first official engagement on Saturday and once again the couple were the centre of attention.
Meghan was happy to pose for selfies – at one point being lost amongst the crowd – and some were even reduced to tears after meeting her.
The Sussex Squad – a group of Harry and Meghan fans – were out in force as they cheered the Duke and Duchess on their arrival just before midday.
Aptly named Royalty Ojeh, six, was chosen to present a stem of roses to Meghan who pulled one out of the bunch and handed it back to the awe-struck little girl.
As they arrived there were loud cheers from a group of fans holding up placards reading ’43 % Nigerian’ in a nod to Meghan’s recent admission of her west African heritage.
Others jokingly said ‘Harry you owe us dowry’ with London based Michela Rituc explaining;’ It’s traditional for dowry and Meghan is Nigerian so he owes us.
‘When she announced her heritage, I already knew it you can just tell from the mother’s face and the grandmother’s face, definitely eastern Nigerian.
‘The features say it all and the whole country melted when she said it, she is our daughter, our daughter and we couldn’t be happier.
‘We have always loved Meghan, ever since we saw her in Suits and we are so happy she has come home to visit us.’
As he took to the pitch to join in with Invictus game board member David Wisey, Harry took off a green and white Nigerian scarf he had been given before enthusiastically joining in.
Sitting on the ground he joined the Nigeria Unconquered team for a huddle and motivational high five before getting stuck in.
Many of the players – who included men and women – were amputees and Meghan looked on clapping and cheering as Harry and his team.
But it was the Nigerian Chief of Defence staff team who took the match and there were smiles and hugs all round at the end as Harry and Meghan met the players.
As with the defence headquarters meeting on Friday at times there were chaotic scenes as Meghan was engulfed by excited fans in pop star style scenes.
Harry – who at times appeared concerned – continually cast a vigilant eye towards his wife as their US and American security team tried to keep control.
After the match the couple were ushered into a side room where they had a wardrobe change for a lunch with the Nigerian chief of defence staff Christopher Musa.
Wearing a shoulder less St Agni full length white dress Meghan drew gasps from onlookers as she walked into the officers mess for the reception.
Harry had a cream linen suit and joked with one guest who was wearing a black tuxedo: ‘Love your jacket. I want it.’
After being seated the British and Nigerian national anthems were played with the couple facing a stage decorated with red, white and blue balloons.
Guests at the lunch were able to choose from five different menus including special fried rice, fish fillet sauce and jollof rice.
There was cow offal with offada sauce or if you they were reluctant to try the traditional Nigerian menu they could opt for spaghetti bolognese or grilled chicken.
A dance troupe entertained guests with music and rhythmic drumming with Harry and Meghan tapping and swaying to the beat.
A giant poster on the stage was perhaps not the best choice as it featured a rather stern looking Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
A source close to the couple told MailOnline: ‘They are so happy to be in Nigeria and having a great time. Everyone has been so welcoming towards them and they are really feeling the warmth of the people.
‘As far as they are concerned it’s been a fantastic trip and they couldn’t be happier.’
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