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Umar Farouq Flags Off Rural Women Cash Grant In Adamawa, Says Women Are Household Pillars

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December 18, 2020

Joel Ajayi

The Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development Sadiya Umar Farouq has described rural women as pillars of the family and the bedrock of small businesses which contribute in no small measure to the economy of the nation.

The Minister made the remark when in Yola on Thursday, December 17, 2020, when she launched the Federal Government’s Rural women Cash Grant.

The Minister who was represented by the Director Humanitarian Affairs, Alhaji Ali Grema noted that the program had changed lives of many enterprising rural women who invested the N20,000 grant in their petty businesses with a turnover profit.

“Transfer and grants are some of the methods used by the government to empower the poorest members of our communities. Since its introduction in 2016, it has impacted positively on the lives of the poor and vulnerable persons in Nigeria.

“I thank President Muhammadu Buhari for his support at enabling us to implement this noble programme specifically for women who are the pillars of our households”.

Umar Farouq noted that 16,988 Poor and Vulnerable Households In Adamawa state have been captured under the Conditional Cash Transfer Programme, one of the numerous Social Development Programmes with beneficiaries from Gerei, Numan, Hong, Gombi Lamurde, Shelleng, Mubi North, Song, Maiha, Tongo, Michika and Madagali

Earlier, the Focal Person, Social Investment Programme in the state Mrs Mary Yuwadi stated in her remark that many graduates, undergraduates, micro-business owners as well as farmers have benefited from federal government’s various Social Investment Programmes.

“Adamawa women welcome and appreciate this gesture because it is a development to encourage women to start their own businesses and make a living. I see this as an investment stimulant to start a business. Adamawa women are hard-working and we assure you that they will make good use of the money”.

At least, 4,500 rural women in Adamawa state will receive a one-off cash grant of N20, 000 each to encourage household financial and asset acquisition and also engage sustainable livelihood.

Over 150,000 poor rural women across the 36 States of the Federation and the Federal Capital Territory will benefit from the programme.

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

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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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