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Bill Seek Establishment of National Border Academy Passes Second Reading

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5 years ago

December 18, 2020

The bill seeking the establishment of National Border Academy, Imeko, Ogun State has which was sponsored by Hon. Olaifa’s Aremu passed second reading in the House of Representatives.

The Speaker, Rt. Hon Femi Gbajabiamila has consequently asked the House Committee on National Security and Intelligence to carry out further legislative action on the proposed legislation.

Leading the debate for the second reading, Hon. Olaifa said the imperative for the establishment of the first of its kind Border Academy in our Country is the need to have a proper and well organized, comprehensive Academy that should be saddled with teaching the personnel and stakeholders involved in the process of manning our borders with adequate real-time knowledge.

On the choice of location, the amiable Ayetoro-born legislator fundamentally asked: “’why imeko?’. He also responded to his question saying: “Imeko, is a current Local Government Headquarters and one of the oldest administrative centers in the entire southwestern Nigeria Border Regions. It possesses the unusual locational advantage as one of Africa’s typically fast-growing cross-border areas in Nigeria. It thus offers the rare attraction of a laboratory situation in which teaching and research about borders are easily complimented with educative field observations”.

The Honourable member representing Egbado North/Imeko Afon also mentioned in his submission that amongst other available infrastructural facilities, there is an existing Institutional Framework at Imeko being the seat of the African Regional Institute registered limited by Guarantee in 2007, which informally began as African University Institute in October 2005.

The second reading, which was not opposed by any member, was supported by Hon Ganiyu Johnson, representing Oshodi/Isolo 2.

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

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6 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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