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AFN Constitutes New Technical, Medical Anti-Doping Committee

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January 24, 2020

…As 11 Board Ratifies Impeachment Ibrahim Gusau

Joel Ajayi

As Olympic is drawing nearer, the Athletics Federation of Nigeria AFN, has reconstituted its Technical/performance as well as the Medical and Anti-doping Committees for better performance of Athletes at the world stage come June this year.

Following the dissolution, of the two committees, toward the end of last year, Board had promised to reconstitute the committees within a few weeks.

Addressing the Journalist on Thursday in Abuja shortly after the board meeting where 11 board members attended, the president of the AFN Hon. Olamide George vowed that all hands will be on deck to ensure more athletes qualify for the Olympic so far there is room for more qualification.

According to him, as you know is an Olympic year, and the board meets in line with the constitution, we discussed a report from the disciplinary committee, activities of the board in 2019 and adoption of our program in 2020.

“And you will be recalled that sometime, last year that two standing committees were dissolved so, we have constituted the new set of committee

“Member of Performance Technical Committee will be chaired by Coach Brown Ebewele while others member includes; Coach Gabriel Okon; Falilat Ogunkoya; Ogunjimi Lucas; Taphida Gadzama; Maria Wophill, Mr. Samuel Fatula amongst other.

“While Medical and Anti-doping Committee includes Professor Ken Anigueje, Mr Femi Ayanrinde, Dr. Dayo Ogunkole, Dr. Amaka Abalon Dr. Bukola Bojuwoye, Mr. Robinson Okoson, and others.”

“Speaking on the preparation for Olympic he commended the Ministry of Sports under the leadership of Mr. Sunday Dare who had commenced athlete’s adoption initiatives.

“On our own, we have submitted our road map and we are going to work very hard toward achieving them all.”

“And we are hitting the ground running for the all-comers’ championship in Ondo, Ekiti, Edo, and Abuja respectively.” He revealed.

Also, President of the federation Mr. George said has revealed that eleven board members of the AFN ratified the impeachment of the suspended president, Ibrahim Gusau.

Members unanimously voted to impeach the Ibrahim Gusua and insisted that there is no going back on the decision which according to them was taken in line with the federation’s statute.

The twelve board members who took the unanimous decision are; President, AFN, Hon. George Olamide, coach Gabriel Okon, Maria Wophill, Esan Oludare, Rosa Collins, DIG Sunny Muhammed RTD, Himah Charles, Taphida Gadzama, Alh. Ahmad Keita, Prince Adisa, and Prof. Emmanuel Ojeme.

“Today, a position has been taking and there’s no going back. We have taken an unanimous decision as a board that the suspended president, Shehu Gusau should be impeached in line with a rule. And of course, there was no counter motion to that as nine board members voted that he should be impeached.

Reacting to the court notice which stopped the board not to hold the meeting, Olamide said: “I heard that there was a document about a notice from court stopping us from holding today’s meeting. As for me, I have not been served neither did I receive any document nor no one has called me to tell about it.

“But can an autonomous group take the other group to court? He asked

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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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