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NYS Director General Inaugurates 5,000 Seater Auditorium In Rivers Camp
Joel Ajayi
The Director General of National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Muhammad Kaku Fadah has commissioned a 5,000 seater capacity ultra-modern auditorium at the Rivers State Orientation Camp in Nonwa-Gbam, Tai Local Government Area of the State.
Speaking during the inauguration of the auditorium fitted with state-of-the-art facilities, General Fadah commended the Rivers State Governor, Mr Nyesom Wike and the good people of the State for their unalloyed support for the NYSC through the provision of good working environment for Corps Members and Staff.
He also hailed Governor Wike for showing unrelenting interest in the success of the NYSC, especially through the provision of several infrastructural projects and other positive gestures that have enhanced the smooth conduct of NYSC operations like renovation of Corps Members’ and officials’ hostel, construction of drainages in camp and renovation of the older multi-purpose hall.
Other gestures according to the Director General are; reconstruction of the burnt dining hall, restoration of payment of monthly allowance to Corps Members, restoration of payment of running cost to NYSC Rivers State Secretariat among others.
General Fadah assured the Governor that NYSC would reciprocate his good gesture by the deployment of Corps Members to contribute to the development of the State.
“This magnificent edifice we are inaugurating today is another clear testimony of your passion for the progress of Nigerian youths, who are being trained and mentored for citizenship and leadership roles on the platform of our noble Scheme.
“In view of the exponential rise in the population of graduates being mobilized for National Service, we have mounted intense campaign for State Governments to take proactive steps of upgrading all Orientation Camp facilities to accommodate at least five thousand Corps Members.
“I am pleased to State that this auditorium is the first to meet such specification in the country”, the DG said.
In his remarks, the Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike stated that every stakeholder must provide enabling environment for Corps Members to contribute their quota to national development.
He added that his administration would do everything possible to make Corps Members serving in Rivers State comfortable.
“As they render services to our State, we need to appreciate them and we decided to build this ultra-modern auditorium as our own token to appreciate those that come to our State to serve”, Governor Wike said.
The occasion was witnessed by top government functionaries, traditional rulers, indigenes of the host community, Corps Members and other invited guests from other parts of the country.
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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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