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ALGON President Not Sacked – Official

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6 years ago

September 9, 2019

Joel Ajayi

Secretary-General of Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) Mrs. Binta A. Bello has described the rumored sack of its National President, Kolade Alabi David as an absolute falsehood, saying that it is the handiwork of some mischief makers and enemies of progress to the association.

Mrs. Bello, however, called on the general public to regard the information as false and baseless.

It will be recalled that a purported resolution signed by one ALGON National Publicity Secretary, Andrew Alu which states that Kolade Alabi David has been sacked by an unofficial NEC meeting in Abuja lacked credibility.

The same Andrew Alu-led group also claimed the Deputy National Chairman and Chairman of Soba Local government area of Kaduna state, Mahmud Mohammed Aliyu was appointed as Kolade Alabi David’s replacement.

ALGON in a statement issued by the Secretary-General Mrs. Binta A. Bello described the scandalous assertion as unfortunate and attempt to embarrass the association and its president

On his own, the National Deputy President of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) Hon. Mohammed Aliyu, in a separate, released debunked the rumored of taken over the leadership of ALGON.

According to the rejoinder, I Hon. Mohammed Aliyu do without fear of contradiction state that I was not at the purported “National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of September 06, 2019 held at “NICON HOTELS” and could not have been part of a mischievous characters/gangsters plot to ridicule an established body like ours.

“I never heard nor was I invited/informed about their scandalous intention. I affirm loyalty to the body of ALGON and particularly to my national President, Hon. Kolade David Alabi and the entire leadership of ALGON as constituted on March 28^th, 2019.”

Also, the Secretary-General Mrs. Binta A. Bello in the released on Monday in Abuja read thus: “My attention has been drawn to an alleged meeting of the National Executive Council (NEC) of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) held on 6^th of September 2019, during which the National President, Hon. Kolade Alabi was said to have been removed from the office.

“I write to categorically state that no such meeting was held. As the Secretary-General of the Association, the responsibilities of processing the convening of such a meeting is vested on me or delegated by me and neither of the two happened. It is therefore rather unfortunate that some mischief makers claimed that such a meeting took place.

“I, therefore, call upon the general public to regard the information as false. Hon. Kolade David Alabi is still the incumbent National President of ALGON.

“ I urge ALGON staff to guide against passing false information and remain loyal to the leadership of ALGON headed by the National President, Hon. Kolade David Alabi as constituted on March 28^th, 2019.Hon. Mohammed Aliyu, the National Deputy President of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) do without fear of contradiction state that I was not at the purported “National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of September 06, 2019 held at “NICON HOTELS” and could not have been part of a mischievous characters/gangsters plot to ridicule an established body like ours.

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

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7 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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