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Buhari Updates AU Heads of State on Nigeria Second Peer Review Process

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5 years ago

March 25, 2021

Joel Ajayi

As part of President Muhammadu Buhari-led government’s commitment to ensure successful conduct of Nigeria’s Second Peer Review Process, President Buhari will give updates on the process to his Counterparts during 30th Forum of Heads of State and Government, African Peer Review Mechanism ( APRM), says Princess Gloria Akobundu, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) APRM Nigeria.

In a press statement issued by the Media Assistant to NC/CEO, AUDA-NEPAD/APRM Nigeria Abolade Ogundimu revealed that it will be held Thursday, 25 March in a virtual meeting by 1.30 p.m. Nigerian time and 2.30p.m South African Standard time.

According to APRM Boss, addressing the summit is one of the requirements for successful Review Process among APRM Member states.

The Summit will discuss various APRM related developments among member states, including updates on the ongoing Second Review Process of Nigeria by President Buhari.

Also, Reports on Targeted Reviews of Sierra Leone and Zambia, Briefing on Sudan’s Governance Gap Analysis, as well as progress made by Kenya and Mozambique in the implementation of their National Programme of Action (NPoA) will be discussed.

“It will be recalled that Prof. Eddy Maloka, CEO, APRM Continental led the Continental Support Mission to Nigeria for discussion on the Country Self- Assessment Report (CSAR) and preparation to receive the Country Review Mission (CRM) following the conclusion of Reports Harmonisation.

“Ambassador Mona Attia will lead Nigeria’s CRM that will go round the country for two weeks to validate the CSAR of Nigeria,” she said.

The Harmonisation was done after submission by four Technical Research Institutes (TRIs) with specialty on APRM thematic areas that analysed raw data collected from questionnaires and Town hall meetings across the country.

Maloka-led Support Mission, along with APRM Nigeria’s CEO and Members of National Governing Council (NGC) paid courtesy call to Prof. Ibrahim Gambari, Chief of staff to President Buhari in order to further appreciate his stewardship while serving as the Chairperson APRM Panel of Eminent Persons and officially brief him on the ongoing Review Process of Nigeria.

To further prove that Nigeria was set to conduct Successful Second Review Process after the First Review in 2008, the process was not hindered by the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic as its protocols were being observed while exercise was also ongoing.

APRM, a Continental voluntary self-help assessment instrument to measure individual nation’s efforts in deepening good governance and democratic development.

It focuses on focuses on four thematic areas namely: Socio-Economic Development, Democracy and Political Governance; Economic Governance and Management; and Corporate Governance.

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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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