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AFCON 2019 : SOPAN wishes Super Eagles well in Egypt

AFCON 2019 : SOPAN wishes Super Eagles well in Egypt
…Wants 2013 memories
The Chairman of Sports Online Publishers Association of Nigeria (SOPAN), Comrade Martin Odiete has urged the Nigeria’s Super Eagles to go for glory, even as Association wished the team all the best in the forthcoming 32nd African Cup of Nations in Cairo,Egypt.
The three – time African Champions (Super Eagles) were conspicuously missing in the two editions of AFCON, notably at 2015 Gabon /Equatorial Guinea, and Gabon 2017 which were won by Ivory Coast, Cameroon respectively.
However, the Nigeria’s pride, Super Eagles are back in Africa Cup of Nations contention since they won the 29th edition at South Africa in 2013 under late Stephen Keshi.
In a statement issued by Association Public relations officer, Olaoluwa Aro said the Noble association, want Super Eagles to ignite the Golden memories of 2013 AFCON in South Africa.
Acccording to the statement, It gladdens our hearts that Super Eagles have returned to AFCON after not qualifying for the previous and last editions.
“We followed through the qualification series, starting from the primordial defeat to South Africa in Uyo but Super Eagles were resilient in their quests to be part of 32nd Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt as they became the eventual leaders of the same group.
“SOPAN have total confidence in the current set up our darling Super Eagles players. We strongly believe in technical committee of the Nigeria Football Federation headed by Ahmed Yusuf Fresh, and the coaching crew led by Franco -German, Gernot Rohr that Eagles are not just going to participate, but to compete with other African giants in Egypt.
“We make bold to say, Eagles have the wherewithal to bring the Silverware to Nigeria at end of the Africa Cup of Nations holding in Egypt; we would continue to give our unending support as they make progress In the competition,” he added.
SOPAN also commended the efforts of Amaju Pinnick led Nigeria Football Federation for the wonderful preparations given to Super Eagles as they go for the ultimate prize in 2019 AFCON in Egypt. Eagles played a goalless draw with Brave Warriors of Zimbabwe at Stephen Keshi stadium in Asaba, but were pipped 1-0 by Teranga Lions of Senegal in Ismailia earlier this week.
Nigeria is drawn alongside side Burundi, Guinea Bissau and Madagascar in Group B.
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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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