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FCT-Edo Leaders and Patriots Back Pastor Osagie Ize Iyamu
Leaders and Patriots drawn from various Edo state associations of ethnic groups residing in the Federal Capital Territory on Saturday endorsed the candidacy of Pastor Osagie Ize Iyamu as their preferred choice for the September 19 elections.
Speaking at the forum’s meeting, the president of the Committee of Edo Leaders and Patriots of FCT, Hon. Isaac Ehigiator said the forum has carefully scrutinized the credentials and antecedents of the two contending aspirants, hence their choice for the APC Governorship candidate of Pastor Osagie Ize Iyamu.
Hon. Ehigiator noted that the committee will move around the six area councils of the FCT to mobilize over fifty thousand Edo indigenes whose Permanent Voter Card (PVC) is registered in Edo state.
“Let me quickly say, the committee had the opportunity of scrutinizing the credentials, antecedents, and programs/manifestos for the project as presented by contending aspirants. It is our view and our conviction that our dear state deserves better, the task of repositioning Edo state should, therefore, be holistic and driven with sincerity of purpose, emotional intelligence, and respect for the tradition as well as all other leaders involved in the greater Edo project for the goodwill of all, home or in the diaspora.
Furthermore, it must be emphasized that Edo boasts of more than 50,000 indigents resident in the FCT with voting right domicile in Edo state. Going forward, I want to affirm on behalf of the committee of Edo Leaders and Patriots that the manifesto as presented by Pst. Osagie Ize Iyamu of APC as vividly captured in the SIMPLE Agenda program for the greater Edo project represents the true desires and aspirations of all Edo sons and daughters irrespective of where they reside anywhere in the world.”Hon Ehigiator added.
In his response,the candidate of the APC, Pastor Osagie Ize Iyamu who was represented by the APC Director-General of Edo South Governorship Campaign Organsation, Hon. Samson Osagie thanked the forum for finding the candidate of the APC worthy as the next governor of Edo state.
The former federal lawmaker listed the challenges confronting governance in Edo state, stating that the government of Godwin Obaseki had deviated from the party’s plans and has engaged in propaganda. He said that the good people of the state have lost touch with governance unlike what was felt during the tenure of Comrade Adams Oshiomhole.
“I want to thank members of this forum and all Edo Indigenes residing in FCT. Our state has been confronting the challenge of governance for almost four years.
Contrary to media propaganda of the governor and his government,a lot is left undone in governance and its impact is being felt by the people of Edo state.
As a member of the All Progressive Congress APC, a platform on whom the governor was elected in 2016, the expectation of the party and the vast majority of the people was very high and the disappointment began to show in the middle of his tenure when he (Gov.Obaseki) deviated from the plans of the party and he declared war on members of his own political party.
You will agree with me that the government is not attempting to construct infrastructure. Government is all about the people but contrary to what we found about the posture of the man we elected as governor, who we thought that would have turned Edo into an industrial hub. Rather than construct infrastructure, the governor engaged in an imaginary fight.
Our schools are in a pitiable condition and it will interest you to know that the government has not employed a single teacher for almost four years. In secondary schools, what you will find is a principal and four teachers. The school blocks constructed by our former Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole lack maintenance. The governor promised 200,000 jobs but you cannot find anyone engaged by the government of Obaseki in Edo state. When his former Chief of Staff asked questions about this claim of jobs provided, he was vilified.
The governor has failed because ordinary a governor who has done well getting a second tenure shouldn’t have been a problem. The party has now recognized a homegrown candidate to implement the development projects of Edo state and not one who will sign MOUs with over 20 countries with nothing to show. The APC decided to choose a Pastor with the Redeem Church of God, a former SSG, a former Chief of Staff, a member of the APC constitution drafting committee, and a former governorship of the PDP in 2016.”Hon. Osagie stated.
The former Minority Whip at the Sixth National Assembly went on to explain the SIMPLE Agenda of Pastor Osagie Ize Iyamu, promising that the APC candidate will not disappoint the people of Edo state if elected.
Present at the meeting was a former lawmaker representing Ovia federal consistuency, Bar. West Idahosa, Hon.Isaac Osahon and other notable Edo sons and daughters.
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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support
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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