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Youth Minister Visits New Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland
……Congratulates Him On Ascendancy
The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Sunday Dare Thursday visited the new Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland, Alhaji Yunus Ayilara to congratulate him on his new role, whilst praying for wisdom and grace to make his reign peaceful and prosperous for Ogbomosoland.
The Minister seized the occasion to inform his host of the numerous Federal Government projects cited in Ogbomoso. Prominent among which is the N1bn Ecological Fund approved yesterday at the Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting, which would enable the town tackle drainage problems, control erosion and flood. He revealed that the project will last for 18 months, providing jobs for 250 youth and 40 engineers.
In commemoration of the 40 days of the demise of the Soun of Ogbomoso, Dare informed his host that a Table Tennis Championship is presently on-going, which would be an annual event in Oyo State, though domiciled in Ogbomoso. He also stated that a multi-purpose sports centre is currently undergoing construction which will feature table-tennis, basketball, indoor boxing ring amongst others, upon completion.
“The sports centre will give an opportunity to the youth and sports enthusiasts to hone their skills, and be a breeding ground for the discovery of young talents that will, in no distant future, represent Nigeria at international sporting events,” the Minister added.
In his response, Alhaji Ayilara thanked the Minister for the visit, expressing the appreciation of the community for the laudable projects facilitated by his guest. He described Dare as a proud son of Ogbomosoland, an epitome of honesty and integrity that has taken the name of the town to national front-burner, on account of his impressive performance as Minister.
“The performance of the Super Eagles at the on-going Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is a testimony to the innovations brought to bear on sports and youth development under your stewardship,” the Chief Imam asserted.
He prayed for God’s protection and favour upon the Minister to take Ogbomoso and Oyo State to greater heights.
Creative Industry
Nigeria and UAE Strengthen Ties, Explore New Opportunities in Tourism and Culture
Joel Ajayi
The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism, and Creative Economy, Hannatu Musa Musawa, has emphasized the importance of empowering Nigeria as a gateway country to the black global community, highlighting the UAE’s support in achieving this goal.
The Minister made this known in Abuja on Wednesday when she met with the United Arab Emirates’ ambassador to Nigeria H.E. Salem Saeed Musabbeh Al Mahyoub Al Shamsi, to discuss ways to strengthen tourism and cultural ties between the two countries.
She congratulated Sheikha, the Secretary-General of the UN Tourism, on her historic appointment as the first female Secretary-General, noting that she is opening doors for women, inclusivity, and the power of the global south.
“It is very important for us now, as a country and as a gateway country to the black global community, to empower ourselves in a way that gives us a certain level of independence. Tourism now is power.
“We all know the importance of Tourism globally but we need to have a more curative relationship with the United Arab Emirates. We want to empower ourselves in a way that gives us a certain level of independence,” Minister Musawa said.
Minister Musawa highlighted Dubai’s success in transforming tourism and the potential for alignment between Nigeria and UAE in tourism and culture.
Earlier, H.E. Salem Saeed Musabbeh Al Mahyoub Al Shamsi welcomed the proposals and expressed commitment to strengthening ties.
“The UAE has become one of the top five industrial countries so let us find a common interest in culture and tourism to build a stronger relationship. I invite the Ministry to Abu Dhabi to see the development in Dubai to explore specific areas of cooperation in tourism and culture,” the Ambassador said.
The discussion also touched on Sheikha’s upcoming visit to Nigeria and potential cooperation in culture, tourism, and creative industries.
The UAE plans to invest in Nigeria’s film, music, and fashion industries. The Minister invited UAE officials to explore cooperation areas and assured them of Nigeria’s commitment to deepening ties.
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