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FC Nilayo Signs Shirt Sponsorship Deal With Western Quarry Limited

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5 years ago

September 18, 2020

FC Nilayo has sealed a multi-million naira Shirt sponsorship deal with one of Nigeria’s leading crushing and grinding industry, Western Quarry Limited.

General Manager of the Club Mr. Lekan Kelani confirmed that the partnership has been sealed and the deal takes effect immediately the 2020/2021 Nigeria National League kicks off.

President of FC Nilayo Mr. Ebidowei Oweife expressed his profound gratitude to the Babalaje of Ilaro, Otunba Wale Saranda, the owner of Western Quarry Limited for keeping to his words and partnering with the club

“We are very happy, we are grateful for this opportunity and it definitely means we are doing something right. We definitely will not relent”.

General Manager of FC Nilayo Mr Lekan Kelani also expressed his delight and confirmed that his Boys will be ready to roar once football returns in the country.

“This definitely is a morale booster for the boys, they are eager to return to the pitch and this deal will spur them to deliver better when the league returns so that more good tidings will come our way”

The owner of Western Quarry Limited Chief Wale Saranda, a prominent business mogul, Philanthropist, and iconic son of Ogun State on sealing the partnership with the Nigeria National League side said it is one of the little ways of adding value to the lives of youths in Ogun State and Nigeria as a whole.

He said, “I am very delighted to do this, it’s a partnership that will work for long, so many people are involved and it’s a way of giving youths a means of livelihood for a better Nigeria”.

He added that he is a very passionate supporter of Nigerian Football and will not leave any stone unturned in ensuring that Football in Ogun State becomes more than just a game to the good people of the State.

The two parties have confirmed that a Press conference to showcase what is involved in the deal will be held at a later date.

FC Nilayo is owned by former Commissioner for youth and sports in the Gateway State, Hon. Bukola Olopade who is also the Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Marketing Limited

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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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