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NYCN Urges President Buhari to Appoint Substantial NABDA DG

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August 1, 2019

Joel Ajayi

National Youth Council of Nigeria (NYCN) has called on President Muhammadu Buhari to appoint a substantive director general for the National Biotechnology Development Agency (NABDA).

The youth body in a statement signed by it NYCN president, Comrade Almustapha A. Abdullahi, on Tuesday in Abuja said there are underground moves to impose the current Acting DG/Chief executive Officer, Prof. Alex u. Akpa.

The youth said Prof. Akpa came second to the last in an interview conducted on the 2nd and 3rd of April 2019 while Professor Abdullahi Mustapha from Federal University Dutse and Prof. Oladayo Oladeji from University of Ilorin came first and second respectively has been seriously lobbying to subvert the outcome of the interview.

Abdullahi called on the Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Science and Technology and other management staffs of the Ministry involved in the interview to clear the air on why the delay in confirming the best candidate from the interview for the Job.

The youth body said: “Available evidences shows that the said acting Director General has over stayed in office with no meaningful or physical impart thus retarding the growth and development of the Agency, this also goes to other agencies and institutions of government that stunts development of young people in achieving the best of their God given talent and contributing to the growth of Nigeria economy.

“We call on President Muhamadu Buhari a man of impeccable character and integrity to use his fiat of office to correct this abnormality by confirming the appointment of the Substantial Director General for this agency.

“As young people who appreciate the importance of biotechnological revolution we will not fold our arms and let NABDA follow the normal narrative of fail project,” he said.

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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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