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FCT Indigenes Lauds Tinubu, Wike On Creation Of FCT Civil Service Commission

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3 years ago

October 16, 2023

FCT indigenes laud Tinubu, Wike on the creation of FCT Civil Service Commission

By Stellamaries Amuwa, Abuja

The indigenes of the Federal Capital Territory, (FCT) known as FCT Natives have commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the FCT Minister, Nyesom Wike on the recent creation of FCT Civil Service Commission and Secretariat for Women Affairs.

This was hinted at a press conference organized by the FCT indigenous people, chaired by Dr. Lazarus Zaka Gaza, who was the first elected member of the House of Representatives in the aborted Third Republic, for Amac / Bwari Federal Constituency.

Addressing journalists yesterday in Abuja, Dr. Gaza who has served in various capacities in the civil service, hailed the President and the FCT Minister for the establishment of the FCT Civil Service Commission, Women Affairs Secretariat and removing the FCT Administration from the Treasury Single Account TSA.

According to him, in a few months from now FCT will wear a new look because there will be new projects, and FCT indigenes are very pleased and fully in support of the President and the Minister for their thoughtfulness and swift actions to see to the growth of Abuja and the welfare of civil servants.

Dr. Gaza noted that with this development, FCT will have Permanent Secretaries in the Secretariats and a Head of Service. Again the interest placed on the women, especially the approval of the creation of a secretariat for women just like the Ministry of Women Affairs in the states is renewing the hope of the natives and the FCT residents as well.

Gaza said, ” I commend the President for the creation of the FCT Civil Service Commission to allow staff career progression and Treasury Single Account TSA, which will pave the way for the Minister to utilize the FCT Internally Generated Revenue IGR for the development of the nation’s capital which will be a huge milestone.

” Tinubu is a consummate democrat and the leader of progressives, I know he would not leave the FCT Natives behind.

“I also commend the Minister for tackling insecurity problems in the FCT. Recently, he directed the six area council chairmen to constitute surveillance teams in their respective domains. He said the surveillance team would help in checking activities of illegal mining in communities, which create avenues for insecurity. The Police and the Civil Defence Corps, are also working effectively in tackling insecurity in the FCT.

” Wike has promised that Abuja will be back to what it ought to be. He talked about ensuring light in the streets of Abuja and good sanitation, prohibiting street trading like people selling corn that drop their waste indiscriminately which oftentimes attracts insecurity as criminals come to buy and use the opportunity to spy and give information to criminals.

“On infrastructural development, such as the completion of road networks in the city, among numerous projects. Wike promised to work closely with the six area council chairmen to develop their areas for the good of residents.

Dr. Gaza, a Ph.D. holder in Geography, and former Director of human Resource Management at, Federal Capital Territory Administration congratulates the Minister on the astronomical increase in Internal Revenue Generation and Infrastructural development such as the completion of road networks in the city among numerous projects. He said the President and FCT Minister have done very well.

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Eight Athletes, 11 Medals: Applauding Asagba’s Sports Leadership At DELSU

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2 weeks ago

October 14, 2026

The Gleamer

By Godspower Odedede

Delta State University (DELSU), Abraka, has recorded an impressive outing at the 15th West Africa University Games (WAUG) 2026, winning 11 medals with just eight athletes who represented the university in only three sporting events.

The university won seven gold, two silver and two bronze medals to occupy seventh position on the medal table, an achievement that underscores the potential of its athletes and the importance of purposeful investment in university sports.

DELSU participated in the men’s 100-metre sprint with two athletes, women’s judo with two athletes, and swimming with four male athletes. Despite the limited number of athletes and sporting events, the university’s medal haul was a commendable performance and a source of pride for the institution.

The achievement deserves particular recognition given the restricted scope of DELSU’s participation. With representation in only three sports, the university demonstrated that focused preparation, adequate support and the effective deployment of available talent can produce encouraging results at major university competitions.

A major highlight of DELSU’s preparation for WAUG 2026 was the approval by the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Samuel Ogheneovo Asagba, for a quality two-week training programme for the university’s athletes in Asaba.

The camp provided the athletes with an opportunity to prepare using the excellent and up-to-date training facilities available in the state capital.

The initiative is particularly noteworthy as it represents a significant commitment to structured preparation for university sports. Rather than relying solely on athletes’ natural abilities, the training programme recognised the importance of preparation, access to appropriate facilities and institutional investment in performance.

Professor Asagba deserves commendation for this intervention and for demonstrating a willingness to provide practical support for sports development at DELSU. The university’s WAUG performance offers an encouraging indication of what can be achieved when athletes receive purposeful preparation and administrative backing.

The Vice-Chancellor’s broader vision for sports infrastructure is also encouraging. Plans are understood to be underway for the construction of an ultra-modern sports complex for the university in the near future. If delivered as anticipated, the facility could significantly strengthen DELSU’s capacity for athlete development, training, competitions and sports science activities.

Such infrastructure would also support the university’s ambitions to improve its performance at national and international university games. A modern sports complex could provide a foundation for more systematic talent identification, performance monitoring, coaching development and the preparation of athletes across a wider range of sporting events.

Special recognition must also go to Mrs Epebi-Ebi Noah, the swimming coach, who was physically present at Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, with the DELSU swimming team during the competition. Her presence and involvement underline the importance of coaching support, technical guidance and close supervision of athletes during major sporting events.

The performance also calls for commendation of the Chairman of the University Sports Committee, Professor Ochuko Nabofa, whose leadership has brought renewed attention and energy to sports development at DELSU. His role in supporting the university’s sports administration and helping to strengthen the sporting environment deserves recognition.

Similarly, the Acting Director of Sports, Peter Omojuwa, deserves commendation for his administrative responsibilities and contribution to the university’s sporting programme. The Chief Coach, Lucky Ajaino, should also be recognised for his role in the technical preparation and development of DELSU athletes.

The combined efforts of the university management, sports committee, sports administrators and coaches are essential to sustaining progress. While medals provide a visible measure of success, the systems established to prepare athletes and support their development are equally important to the long-term growth of university sports.

DELSU’s WAUG achievement follows another notable outing at the last Nigeria University Games Association (NUGA) Games, where the university finished fourth. That result was regarded as one of the finest performances in the institution’s sporting history and strengthened expectations that DELSU could become an even more formidable force in university sports.

The latest WAUG performance provides another reason for optimism. However, the university’s participation in only three events also reveals an opportunity for further growth. Expanding participation across more sports, identifying talented students and improving access to specialised training could help DELSU compete for a higher position on future medal tables.

The proposed sports complex, if realised, could play a central role in this expansion. It should ideally be supported by sustained funding, modern equipment, qualified coaches, athlete welfare programmes and collaboration with relevant sports science professionals. These measures would help ensure that infrastructure investment translates into measurable improvements in performance.

The university could also consider strengthening performance analysis, sports medicine, strength and conditioning, talent identification and systematic monitoring of athletes’ progress. Such an approach would help transform individual successes into a sustainable university-wide sports development programme.

DELSU’s performance at WAUG 2026 is worthy of celebration. Eight athletes competed in just three sporting events and returned with 11 medals, including seven gold. The result reflects the potential within the university and provides a strong basis for building a more ambitious sports programme.

Professor Asagba’s approval of the two-week training camp and the prospect of an ultra-modern sports complex offer reasons to look forward to the next phase of DELSU sports development. The challenge now is to sustain the momentum, broaden participation and ensure that the university’s sporting ambitions are matched by consistent investment and effective implementation.

With continued support from the Vice-Chancellor, the University Sports Committee, the Directorate of Sports, coaches and other stakeholders, DELSU can build on its recent achievements and strengthen its position among Nigeria’s leading sporting universities.

The message from WAUG 2026 is clear: DELSU has demonstrated what a small but well-supported contingent can achieve. With broader participation, sustained preparation and modern sporting infrastructure, the university has the potential to accomplish even greater things.

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