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Aisha Buhari, others bags UFUK dialogue of peace award

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6 years ago

May 20, 2019

Aisha Buhari, others bags UFUK dialogue of peace award

Wife of the Nigeria President, Mrs Aisha Buhari and a host of others have bagged the UFUK dialogue award of peace.

The event was also organised by the UFUK dialogue,a non-profit to organisation in Abuja to confer awards on some exceptional personalities in Nigeria for their wonderful effort and support in developing a peaceful society.

It was founded in FCT, Abuja for the purpose of promoting dialogue, culture of co-existence, mutual understanding and to establish a common interfaith, intercultural and intellectual platform aimed at providing information and opinion exchange.

The event which attracted people from all walks of life was put together to celebrate people and organisations that have been contributing to societal peace in Nigeria.

While speaking at the event, the president of Ufuk Dialogue, Kamil Kemanci, said that Ufuk Dialogue
serves to stand by societal peace, love, respect and compassion in support of human dignity and the greater good by striving to preserve the common values of humanity.

He said values such as respect,
tolerance, peace and mutual understanding were among the ingredients for the award.

He said the theme of the 7th edition of the dialogue was Countering Violent Extremism Through Love and Tolerance.

Kemanci said the dialogue also brought people of different faiths and ethnic backgrounds around the same table.

“Today, we need dialogue and peace more than we need food and shelter.

“Dialogue and peaceful
coexistence have always been and still remain a need, a must for us to have a healthy and more
productive society.”

According to Kemanci, in dialogue, it is possible to transform conflict into cooperation.

Others dignitaries that were also awarded are: Rev. Samson Ayokunle, President, Christian Association of Nigeria, Sheikh Shariff Ibrahim Saleh Al-Hussaini, Chairman, Fatwa Committee Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and Cahirman, Assembly of Muslims in Nigeria.

Others includes: Most Rev. Dr Augustine Ukwuoma, Chairman, Pastoral Agents Catholic Bishop’s Conference, Prof. Amidu SANNI, Vice Chancellor Fountain University, Osogbo-OSUN STATE, Fr. Prof. Hycianth Ichoku, Vice Chancellor Veritas University.

Also,Mrs Pauline Tallen, Board Member, National Agency for The Control of AIDS, Festus Keyamo, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Apostle Alexandre Bamgbola, Chairman Lagos State Christian Association of Nigeria.
Rt. Honourable Mudashir Obasa, Speaker, Lagos State House of Assembly, among others.

One of the awardees, Pauline Tallen, while commending the Ufuk Dialogue, organisers of the
event and dedicating the award to all Nigerians said, “My prayer is that God will make all the efforts
of Ufuk Dialogue in establishing peace and love among us to be successful.

“Whether we are of the Christian or Muslim faith or any other, we are all children of God and therefore, we need to learn to live in peace with one another.

Also, the speaker of Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon Mudashiru Obasa, represented by
Misbau Aminu emphasised that peace can only bring about trust, economic prosperity and good education.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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5 days ago

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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