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FWC Champions Football Tourney: LOC Conduct 60 Schools Preliminary Draw

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6 years ago

October 2, 2019

The Gleamer

… Everybody are committed to this Project-LOC

Joel Ajayi

The Organizing Committee for the 2019 edition of Family Worship Center FWC Champions FCT Secondary School Football Competition on Wednesday conducted the draw for the tournament with a number of eye –catching fixtures accomplished in the draw.

The FWC Champions FCT Secondary Schools Football Tournament, a pet project of a Religious Organizations known as FWC Champions is aim at giving back to the society as a part of the church’s Social corporate Responsibility.

A draw that was witnessed by all stakeholders in Abuja would see a total of 60 Public Schools in FCT and it’s environs be competing when the competition kick off later this month.

The preliminary play off would be played at six different centers across 6 area council which includes, Gwagwalada, Karu, Kubwa, Garki, Kuje and Abaji respectively.

After which two teams from each center will qualify for the final draw.

Speaking during the draw and press conference in Abuja, the Chairman management board FWC Champions Pastor Yakubu Adamu Yola explained that the aim of the competition is not to make money but to give back to the society.

According to him, This is not to get anything for ourselves or means of making money.

“It’s not something we’re doing not to make name for ourselves it’s equally served as our own Social Corporate responsibility to the FCT.

“Development must start from the Grassroots and if we’re able to get to the schools, we believe that most of the boys at their youthful age will be useful to themselves and society at large, so it’s a project very close our hearts.

“We are hoping that this competition is not just going to be a one-time thing. That is something that is going to be sustained over time. We are hoping that it will be an annual thing and that through this project. We’ll be able to discover talents that go far in football.” He assured.

Talking about the opportunities waiting for winner team, Pastor Yola said players will be link up to the clubs in and outside the country to help those who will like to choose football as carrier.

“The Sudents will not only be exposed but will enjoy other benefits at the end of the day, including medals, certificates, and exposure to foreign scouts.

“The winners will have the opportunity for their players to further their careers, to expose them to people that will help link them up to other football clubs and other football opportunities outside this country. That is still in the pipeline, we are still working on it. So we will give them the opportunity.”

On his own, the Local Organizing Committee Mr. Promise Uwaeme who supervised the draw said that every logistics have been put in place to ensure a success of the tournament.

Fielding the questions on the guide against the uses of Machinery during the competition, LOC Chairman said that is the reason why they are working with FCT Secondary education board who knows admissions of their student adding that competition is meant for Under 17 only.

Also speaking on the facilities, Mr Nwaeme revealed that the committee will embarks on visit to those centers to ensure those centers are in order.

Giving the hint on the officiating, the former referee said though it’s a global problem but the committee have put in place mechanism for the better games. “we are making provision for the better games, and for the event there will be sanity.” He assured.

However, at the end of the games participants will be going home with certificate of participation, medals, Trophies and the prices money that will be disclose before the commencement of the game in October.

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

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7 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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