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Edo Governorship Poll: NYSC Seeks Protection For Corps Members On Election Duty

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5 years ago

September 10, 2020

Joel Ajayi

Director-General, of National Youth Service Corps, NYSC Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim has appealed to all stakeholders in the forthcoming Gubernatorial election in Edo State to provide adequate security for the Corps Members that would participate in the election as electoral officers.

He said Corps Members are National assets that are contributing their quota towards national development which should be given public support.

General Ibrahim stated this during a courtesy visit to the Oba of Benin Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Omo N’Oba N’ Edo Uku Akpolokpolo Ewuare II Ogidigan in his palace.

The NYSC boss, who appreciated the monarch for his support for Corps Members in the Benin Kingdom and NYSC Scheme in Edo State added that the NYSC Management places a high priority on the welfare and security of its Corps Members.

“I want to further solicit for the support of his majesty on the forthcoming election so that the good people of Edo State will see our Corps Members as their children”.

“We want to ensure that our Corps Members are safe as we look forward to a hitch-free election”, the DG added.

In his response, the Oba of Benin commended General Ibrahim for the visit and also for his giant strides since he assumed duty as the 18th Director-General of NYSC.

He said the introduction of the NYSC Scheme has contributed immensely to national unity and the socio-economic development of the country.

The traditional ruler added that the deployment policy of NYSC has afforded many youths the opportunity of knowing other places around the country outside their places of birth which has enabled them to learn their cultures.

The monarch appealed to other stakeholders to ensure that Corps Members serve their fatherland in safe environments, while he also promised his continuous support for the NYSC Scheme.

“We are happy with the NYSC Scheme because it is a good concept for the nation. We are all working together to ensure that there is no violence and that Corps Members are not exposed to harm”, the monarch said.

Omo N’Oba Akpolokpolo allayed the fears of Corps Members adding that the Benin throne is non-partisan.

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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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