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Don’t Violate NYSC Byelaws, DG Counsels Prospective Corps Members

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February 28, 2022

By Joel Ajayi

The Director-General, Major General Shuaibu Ibrahim National Youth Corps Service, NYSC has admonished the 2022 Batch ‘A’ Stream One Prospective Corps Members to serve their fatherland with passion, adhere to NYSC Bye Laws and also be good ambassadors of their respective families, alma maters and the Scheme.

He added that anyone that violated the NYSC Byelaws and the Oath of Allegiance would be sanctioned.

DG stated this ON Monday in Abuja during a nationwide virtual address to the Prospective Corps Members (PCMs) and camp officials.

The NYSC Scribe advised the PCMs to utilize the opportunities of the service year to excel in life, stating that the NYSC was a platform that could only be appreciated by those that are serious-minded.

“I want you to take a critical understanding of the four cardinal programmes of the NYSC, namely; Orientation Course, Primary Assignment, Community Development Service and Winding-up/Passing-Out.

“Ensure that all the rules are strictly obeyed and don’t violate any of the camp rules so that you won’t be decamped”, he said.

Ibrahim urged the PCMs to take advantage of the enrolment of Corps Members into the National Health Insurance Scheme to give their best, and avoid self-medication, advising; “Once you have any health challenge report to the appropriate quarters for treatment.”

He equally advised them to abide by all the COVID-19 safety guidelines and ensure strict compliance with the protocols.

Gen Ibrahim disclosed that NYSC Management introduced Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme in 2012 to impart skills to Corps Members so as to become job creators, instead of searching for scarcely available white-collar jobs.

DG informed them the proposed NYSC Trust Fund bill which had passed the second reading, as well as public hearing at the National Assembly would enable every Corps Member to have access to start-up capitals as they exit service.

He also said the Trust Fund would help to expand the scope of the Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development programme of the Scheme.

“The Trust Fund will also enable the training of staff and it is expected that when it is passed into law with presidential assent, all of you will be given start-up capitals to drive your business initiatives, based on the skills you have acquired during the service year.

By God’s grace when passed, I can assure you that the NYSC will take millions of Nigerian youths out of the unemployment market.”

Ibrahim appealed to the Prospective Corps Members to avoid the negative use of the social media, rather use it to promote national unity and integration.

He also warned against unauthorized journeys in addition to night travels. He advised that Corps Members should board vehicles at designated motor parks in order to ensure their safety.

“Under no circumstances should any Corps Member be permitted to leave the camp. The Orientation is compulsory and all of you must participate in all the activities.”

General Ibrahim advised that any journey extending beyond 6pm should be broken. He asked them to pass the night in military barracks, NYSC formations, Corps Lodges and other safe places.

“Avoid free rides in order not to fall prey to kidnappers and ritualists. Shun every act of criminality in the camps. No to drugs, no to cybercrimes and don’t let your action of today mar your future because you are potential leaders.”

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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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