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I will Not Smile Until Kogi People Smile-Sani Lulu

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6 years ago

August 1, 2019

The Gleamer

I will Not Smile Until Kogi People Smile-Sani Lulu

…Picks gubernatorial from to fix Kogi State

…Says Its time for Kogi to witness dev’t

Joel Ajayi

The Former Nigeria Football Federation NFF President, Alhaji Sani Lulu Abudullahi has vowed not to put smile on his face until he put smile on the faces of all the people of Kogi if elected as the next governor of the state come November later this year.

Lulu who was disturbed by the poor level of development under the present administration of the state said that Kogi in his own time will witness unprecedented development.

Speaking shortly after he purchased the gubernatorial form of All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the primary election.

Alhaji Lulu aka Mr Fix stormed APC National Secretariat in Abuja at about 12 noon and went straight to pick the form amidst unprecedented cheers from supporters that trooped into the nation’s capital.

As at Thursday Alhaji Lulu was number 7 Aspirants who have so far collected form to file for Governorship position in the state.

According to him Kogi is for all, I will not smile until I see my people smiling, I will not enjoying until I see my people enjoying, that exactly what I have been doing from where I came from.

“People said, I have been tested and trusted and I have delivered in all level of positions I have occupied in Nigeria. I want to tell all Kogites that we shall work as a team to lifting this state to the highest state in Nigeria.

“There is nothing impossible for the willing mind. I am personally committed to give my best to Kogi state and I be live the state has the human resources that we can tap and give this state a desire name.

“I have said my vision is to use the potential of confluence historical in attracting partnership with private sector in creating maximum development in that area.”

Talking about insecurity which has been the cog in the wheel of growth of Kogi state, Lulu, however pledged that security of lives and properties of everyone in the state is guarantee.

While clearing air on a situation where the Present Governor Yahyaa Bello was allegedly since been sponsor different aspirants for them to step down for him at appropriate time, Former FCT Sports Director Lulu said: “If Yahaya Bello is sponsoring them it will be to my advantage of me, at the end of the day it will be Sani Lulu versus Yahaya Bello and by the grace of God I will defeat him.

“There is no amount of money that can entice me, to step down, the elders in Kogi endoresed my candidature, the Kogi people are backing me I will not disappoint them.”

He equally promised to united people of Kogi: “One important thing for me is to unite all the kogites, that is my primary objective”.

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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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