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Hope, excitement In Vandeikya ias maiden Kunav Football League kicks off.

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6 years ago

March 7, 2020

…VLGFC urges cooperation.

Joel Ajayi

The people of Vandeikya Local Government of Benue State are in a joyous mood and full of expectation as they await the commencement of the maiden Kunav Football League (KFL) slated for Friday, 13th March 2020 at the Vandeikya Township Stadium by 3:00 pm.

The League, which is been organized by the Vandeikya Local Government Football Council (VLGFC) ably led by its Chairman, Mr. Bob Terry Akpenpuun will begin with a colorful opening ceremony preceding the opening match, including a march past by the twelve participating council ward teams, with other matches following in the other three centers of Tsar, Tsambe and Tse – Mker.

A statement by the Chairman, VLGFC, Mr. Akpenpuun says that the Kunav Football League (KFL), is put together by the Council to identify talents that will further be camped, trained and nurtured to stardom. He further stated that there will be a standing Kunav Team selected from the league as well as the Ter u Kunav Cup for the purpose of further training and tournaments involving other teams in Benue State.

“We are serious about selecting outstanding players from the league and Ter u Kunav Cup in order to form a good, standing Kunav football team that will represent Vandeikya LG in subsequent competitions, with the possibility for many making it to good clubs, at home and abroad,” he said.

The Chairman, VLGFC, who is also the Protocol Officer of Nigerian National Football Teams says the stage is set for the commencement of the league, assuring that all logistics for the smooth take-off of the league come next Friday have been put in place, informing that the Ter u Kunav Cup will also start in between the Kunav League.

He, therefore, calls on all Kunav sons and daughters to cooperate with VLGFC and be part of this epoch-making league that promises good organization, improved standard of play and better officiating.

“As partners in progress, I urge you, great sons and daughters of Kunavland to cooperate with us in this football project aimed at exposing these youngsters and giving the outstanding ones a better life that will impact the peace, progress, and development of Kunavland,” Bob says.

The chairman is full of appreciation to Traditional Rulers, the Local Government Council leadership, religious and community leaders for their approval and support as well as to other spirited Kunav sons and daughters who have already identified with the project through financial and material support. He enjoins others who are yet to join in the project to do so, while also calling on all to come out en-mass and watch the matches at the various centers.

“I believe that impossible is nothing and together we can do more..” The indefatigable Bob Terry concluded.

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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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