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2020 NSF: MOC/LOC Conducts Final Inspection On Facilities in Edo

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6 years ago

February 27, 2020

Joel Ajayi

With the count down to the 20th National Sports Festival, tagged “Edo 2020” coming up from the 22sd of March till the 1st of April, 2020, the Main Organising Committee( MOC ) in synergy with the Local Organising Committee ( LOC) shall jointly be inspecting facilities which cuts across sporting Venues, hostel accommodation, medical centers, and other needs that will ensure a successful festival.

It is already a confirmed information, the deliberate and determined efforts of the the Governor and good people of Edo state to break a laudable record of a peak success of this festival since inception.

In a statement released by Chairperson Publicity and Communication Subcommittee. Lere-Adams. A.B. ( Mrs ) reveal that All is set for the 20th NSF, Edo 2020 with the final inspection and meeting of the MOC and the LOC.

Governor Godwin Obaseki nicknamed ” Wake and See Governor ” with his great sporting loving Deputy Governor who is also the Chairman of LOC are leaving no stone unturned to ensure State of the Art Modern sporting facilities are in place for the festival. Its been authenticated that as at today, all facilities are 95% completed. Edo state is highly commended for this milestone commitment that is a testimony to the expected success of the festival.

The FG on the other hand which holds the Chairman of the MOC who is the Permanent Secretary of the FMYSD, Mr Gabriel Tanimu Aduda has also along side the visionary Minister Mr Sunday Dare had being working round the clock to plug any loose end in all facets of the festival, Dare has assured of adequate Security, massive publicity which is his professional area.

The 20th NSF has had several Joint Technical meetings with all state Directors , Zonal Coordinators, Sport Icons and Stakeholders in attendance. The games village that will host about eleven thousand, five hundred (11,500 ) athletes is being scheduled to open from the 20th of March and will be closed on the 2nd of April, 2020.

It is just proper to greet the efforts of the FG in concert with the rare commendable stride of the Edo state Governor, HE, Mr Godwin Obaseki and his matching Deputy Governor Rt. Comrade Philip Shaibu who also recently adopted an athlete in support of the Honourable Minister, Mr Sunday Dare’s brilliant initiative.

It is great to report that the Governor Godwin Obaseki and the Deputy Rt. Comrade Philip Shaibu who truly share a common dream are ready to take Edo state to the Zenith and Peak Height position which the state had enjoyed before. Nigerians in unison wish them their dream vision of success.

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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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