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Enaluna foundation empowers 500 students with scholarships in Edo state

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June 29, 2020

By Albert Akota

Not fewer than five hundred students in Esan North East Local Government Area of Edo State have benefited for the third editions of the Enaluna foundation Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) to marked this year programmes at Uromi.

The first NGO in Uromi which center on humanity also distributed food items, disinfect materials to indigent peoples in the eleven wards of the North East Local Government Area to cushion the ongoing pandemic of Cov-19.

Disclosing this to journalists at Uromi in Edo state recently during the presentation of scholarships to students and distribution of palliatives to indigent peoples, founder, Endurance Enaluna Ochtemhen, said that government cannot cushion the effect lock-down and stay at home alone but collecting efforts of good people of Edo state in supporting government activities towards the pandemic.

The ebullient and Philanthropist who doubles as chairman of Enaluna Oil and Gas divulged that the foundation had for the past three years supported over 500 youths with scholarships across the elevens wards of Esan North East Local Government Area.

“I sincerely thank God Almighty for giving me the strength to do what I love most for my peoples, let’s me tell you, I will never relent for doing what you just saw me doing for my people, I am doing the third editions, the fourth edition will be better than this by his grace, I will keep on doing it for my people, that’s my target because God keep me alive for my indigent people to be happy.

“As you can see my people are happy because it becomes imperative in complementing government effort especially reaching out to your people at home at this point of need in regard to the Covid-l9, “Enaluna enthused.

The Philanthropist noted that he’s in fulfillment of his wish to give and support the peoples of Uromi by distributing various food items, facemasks, hand sanitizers and other palliative measures to the vulnerable and less-privileged members across the communities.

One of the beneficiaries Madam Mary Okosun who spoke on behalf of others said, we are very excited over the surprised package of our son, “we are praying for him, God will protect him and grand his heart desires, we want our sons and daughters both home and diaspora to emulate Endurance Enaluna Ochiemhen in supporting us and our children.

Our reporter scooped that the palliatives and scholarships were sharer among the eleven wards in Esan North Local Government Area, Edo State.

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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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