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Do Your Work Or Be Kick Out FCT Minister Warn Staff

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6 years ago

August 26, 2019

…Promises to focus on the provision of fund for SDAs

Joel Ajayi

The Minister, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Malam Muhammad Musa Bello has admonished staff and management of the FCT Administration to live up expectation toward discharging their duties or be shown way out.

Malam Bello gave the warning Monday, in Abuja when he received hand-over notes from the Permanent Secretary, FCTA, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa assured that his second term will not be wasted in cajoling staff to do their duties.

According to him, every agency will be expected to do its work and every head of the agency will be held responsible and accountable and this time around.

“I will not be cajoling, lobbying, and pushing you, begging you to do your work. Anybody that does his work will be part of the team and anyone that does not do his or her work will be kicked out”.

He also said attention will be placed on proper information dissemination which he said was inadequate in his first tenure.

Minister also said ministry will need to monitor all Secretariats, Departments, and Agencies (SDAs), saying that every Minister has targets to achieve and all heads of SDAs must do their part to ensure that those targets were achieved within stated timeframes.

He also said that he will focus on the provision of funding for the successful execution of projects that have direct bearing to the upliftment of residents of the territory and the development of the nation’s capital.

The Minister, who said he was humbled by his reappointment by President Muhammadu Buhari, said he will ensure that all (SDAs) get the necessary funds to carry out their duties effectively, adding that every head of SDA must be alive to their responsibilities or be kicked out.

He stressed that “There is going to be enforcement of extant rules and regulations and this is going to cut across boards, including in the SDAs, Area Councils and traditional institutions in the FCT”.

Earlier in his remarks, the Permanent Secretary, FCTA, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa expressed the delight of the entire staff of the FCTA over the re-appointment of Malam Bello as FCT Minister and the appointment of Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu as Minister of State.

While highlighting issues that were still on-going and in public domain in the last three months, the Permanent secretary assured the Minister that all SDAs have been alive to their duties and have given the maximum cooperation and support required for the administration to function effectively.

The Permanent Secretary also pledged the cooperation and support of the entire staff of the FCTA for both Ministers to achieve their mandate of taking the FCT to the next level.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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7 days ago

September 30, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria is poised to make history as it seeks to host the Centenary Commonwealth Games in 2030, a monumental opportunity that promises to transform the nation’s economy, infrastructure, and global standing.

More than a sporting spectacle, the Games would serve as a catalyst for development across multiple sectors, leaving behind a legacy of national pride and sustainable growth.

The benefits of hosting the Games extend far beyond the sports arena. Nigeria stands to gain both empirical and non-empirical advantages, with direct, indirect, and induced impacts that will touch every corner of society. Infrastructural development will take center stage, with new facilities such as indoor sports halls, conference centers, and improved road networks reshaping urban landscapes while strengthening the nation’s capacity to host future international events.

Economic growth is another significant dividend. Over 10,000 jobs are expected to be created, spanning construction, facility management, event planning, and tourism services.

The hospitality industry will undergo major improvements as hotels and resorts are upgraded to meet international standards, while local restaurants, lounges, and tourist attractions will see a surge in patronage from international visitors. Small and medium enterprises, particularly in the transport, finance, and food service sectors, will become some of the greatest beneficiaries, as the Games generate new demand and expand opportunities for local businesses.
The Commonwealth Games will also accelerate the growth of Nigeria’s sports industry.

Investments in training facilities, coaching, and talent development will inspire a new generation of athletes, ensuring long-term benefits that extend beyond 2030, a major focus of the President Bola Tinubu administration.
At the same time, the process of preparing for the Games will create opportunities for Nigerians to learn new crafts, acquire technical skills, and engage in global-standard event management, thereby strengthening human capacity and innovation across industries.

Mallam Shehu Dikko, Chairman of the Nigeria Sports Commission, and Hon. Bukola Olopade, the Director General, have been widely recognized for their tireless and visionary leadership in repositioning Nigeria’s sporting sector.

Their commitment to facilitating infrastructural development and strengthening grassroots sports development has laid the foundation for Nigeria’s bold bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games. Under their leadership, the NSC is fostering strategic partnerships and driving innovation in sports administration, they have demonstrated the nation’s readiness to stage an event of such global magnitude.

Beyond the tangible gains, the hosting of the 2030 Commonwealth Games carries profound symbolic value. It would be a moment of unity and pride, a chance for Nigeria to showcase its cultural richness, resilience, and excellence to the world.
As a centenary edition, the Games would stand as a historic milestone not just for the Commonwealth but for Nigeria itself, cementing its place on the global stage as a capable, ambitious, and forward-looking nation.

The gains from hosting the Commonwealth Games can never be undermined or overemphasized. This is Nigeria’s time to step forward and show the world our resilience, and excellence. We call on every Nigerian, across sectors and communities, to support this noble aspiration.

Nigeria’s pursuit of the 2030 Commonwealth Games is a vision for transformation, a blueprint for national development, and a legacy project that will inspire generations to come.

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