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Meet Joseph Zidougha Odede a.k.a (One Man Riot); The man whose Act of Gallantry Headlines Bendel Insurance Fans’ Pitch Invasion
By ilekam ikechukwu (flakes)
The pandemonium that marred the rescheduled NNL super 8 match between Bendel Insurance and Ekiti United at the Nnamdi Azikiwe stadium enugu yesterday the 10th of September 2021 had one man standing tall in his disposition of duty.
Joseph Zidougha Odede, a popular face in Nigerian football had to intervene courageously as he shielded the assistant referee who was almost left at the mercy of embittered bendel insurance fans after the final whistle.
A chief security officer to Mallam Shehu Dikko, chairman league management company, Joseph Zidougha Odede popular known as “one man riot” stood tall in the defence of assistant referee sani from kano state, save for his timely and gallant intervention the kano state born assistant referee probably would have met his waterloo from a section of ravenous bendel insurance fans and officials.
It was an act worth commendable, speaking to footballflakes after the incident, the towering balyesa born security official affirmed thus;
“Saving lives is the hallmark of my services to humanity, I couldn’t have kept quiet seeing what I deemed a dangerous scenario, and I was present at the venue, so I needed to execute my duty as a security official, to God be the glory serenity was eventually restored” .
His kind is rarely seen, he is a gallant warrior, the safety of match officials is insured when you have his presence at match venues, Joseph Zidougha Odede, the warlock renowned for bravery and selflessness.
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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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