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Ter Kunav Showers encomioum on Vandeikya Local Council Football Leaders

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6 years ago

January 30, 2020

….as Council Chairman pledges football development

Joel Ajayi

The Ter u Kunav, His Royal Highness Chief Josephus Nyiyongu Achiaku on Monday 27th January, 2020 received in audience the leadership of the Vandeikya Local Government Football Council led by its chairman, Mr. Robert Terlumun Akpenpuun.

Akpenpuun who reeled out to the Ter Kunav the benefits of the beautiful game of football such as unity, peace, friendship, entertainment, joy, wealth creation, fame and social integration amongst others.

The chairman explained that Dochiss has agreed to sponsor the Kunav Football League (KFL) and that Gen. Dominic Oneya, former Military Administrator of Benue State has magnanimously accepted to sponsor the Principals Cup for all Secondary Schools in Vandeikya.

The chairman therefore appealed to the Ter Kunav to honour people who have contributed and are willing to contribute to the development of football in Vandeikya.

Responding, a visibly excited Ter Kunav said he was overwhelmed by the special visit and the passionate presentations made by the Local Council Football boss bordering on turning around the fortunes of the game in Kunavland.

Hear him: ” when you see something to doubt, you know and when you see the one to trust, you still know”

According to Ter Kunav, the chairman and his team had proved by their visit and presentations that they are passionate about taking football in Vandeikya to the next level.

While making reference to the emergence of Joseph Yobo, a former Super Eagles player, the highly respected Royal Father appreciated the chairman, Mr. Robert Akpenpuun and his team for having and showing great passion to help the cause of football and youth development in Kunavland.

He prayed that sooner than later, with the renewed zeal and drive of the leaders, Kunav youths will be in great leagues and in the Nigerian national teams.

Continuing, HRH Ter Kunav accepted and granted his royal blessing to all the competitions/programs of the Vandeikya Local Government Football Council for the year. He promised to appeal to Kunav sons and daughters at home and in the diaspora to support the Ter u Kunav while also pledging his support in individual and official capacity.

However, Chairman then presented gifts, including branded competition jerseys, water from one of the sponsors as well as other branded items to the Ter with photograph sessions ending the memorable visit.

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

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1 week 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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