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First Lady Flags-Off NYSC’s 2022 Nationwide Medical Outreach For Rural Dwellers

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4 years ago

February 22, 2022

… Launch Ultra-Modern Mobile clinic

Joel Ajayi

In furtherance of her desire toward provision of an improve health service delivery across the country, the first lady of Nigeria Mrs. Aisha Muhammadu Buhari has officially flagged off the first quarter of 2022 National Youth Service corps NYSC Nationwide health outreach for people living in the rural areas in the country.

This even as Mrs. Buhari launched well equipped high quality mobile clinic, she donated to the scheme weeks ago, saying the gesture will no doubt boost the general well-being of rural dwellers across the nooks and crannies of Nigeria.

Speaking at the flag of and launching of mobile clinic at the rural community in Kpaduma ll, Guzape Area Asokoro District on Tuesday in Abuja, the President wife who was represented at the occasion by the wife of the Nassarawa state governor Mairo Tanko Al-Makura expressed NYSC’s significant contributions prompted her to donate the mobile clinic to complement the scheme’s effort.

According to her, we are here today for the formal flag off of the first quarter of 2022 nationwide health outreach by NYSC under initiative of HIRD

“This laudable project further receive a boost with launch of well-equipped high capacity ambulance that will be operated as NYSC mobile health clinic.

“This is significance step forward for health initiative of NYSC, our numerous interventions is complement the effort of Federal government toward provision a quality health service in Nigeria especially indigent members of our society.

“My decision to donate a mobile clinic, to improve the health of rural citizen this inform.”

She however, assured not spare any moral and material supports for the scheme to be sustained for the benefit of the citizenry.

“As a mother, I remain committed to initiative to program that will eliminate or reduce to the barest minimum the issues of maternal mortality rate, as well as preventable diseases such as high blood pressure, child birth amongst other.”

She therefore, appealed to governments at all level as well as private organizations to always redouble their effort toward provision of quality health for all Nigerian.

In his address, the Director General, NYSC, Major General Shuiabu Ibrahim thanked Dr. (Mrs.) Aisha Muhammadu Buhari, for her unrelenting efforts toward the wellbeing of the ordinary citizens especially the indigents.

“NYSC Health Initiative for Rural Dwellers was introduced in 2014 as a platform for the Scheme to complement the efforts of the Government in the provision of free and quality health care services to Nigerians, especially the indigent members of our rural communities.

“The programme brings together Corps Medical Doctors, Optometrists, Pharmacists, Nurses and other health specialists for medical outreaches that usually feature sensitization on health matters, free consultation, diagnosis, treatment and referral. Since its commencement, over four million rural dwellers have been reached in communities across the thirty-six States and the FCT.

“This is another significant step forward in Her Excellency’s unrelenting efforts to contribute to the wellbeing of the ordinary citizens, especially women and children.” He said.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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1 week 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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