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Nasarawa: Keffi LGC Chairman Charges Appointees To Consider Public Interest Above Selves
By David Christopher, Lafia
Political office holders in Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State have been tasked to always think of what they will do for the area and its People not what the local government can do for them just as been postulated by the 35th president of the United States of America John F Kennedy 1961.
The executive Chairman of Keffi Local Government Council Hon. Mohammed Baba Shehu gave the tasked during the swearing ceremony of Secretary to the council and other apponittees at the council Secretariat on Tuesday.
According to him, having known the appointtees as men with track records and unblemished reputation he has every believe and conviction that they will bring their wealth of experiences to bear in the discharge of their social responsibilities in order to consolidate on the achievements showcased and celebrated during his 100 days in office at the beginning of the year.
Based on that the chairman stated that they want to make it a point of duty to remind them that in every organised social formation, Community or society requires leadership with purpose that will help facilitate the process of organising, planning, coordinating and identifying the needs of the members as well as translating these needs into task accomplishment in order to achieve the Organizations goals and objectives.
” On this note , while wishing you success during your stewardship in office,I charge you to live above board in order to achieve the desire dream of a better Keffi Local Government Area, bearing in mind that to whom much is given much is equally expected” he stressed.
Responding on their behalf, the newly sworn in secretary to the council Alhaji Mohammed Adamu thanked the chairman for finding them worthy for such honour and assured their determinations to always be loyal,honest and dedicated to duty in order to ensure the success of the administration.
Our correspondent revealed that other appointtees sworn in alongside the secretary, includes Danladi Rabiu Maikasuwa as Chief of Staff,Malam Lawal Ramalan Maizabo as Special Assistant on Emergency and Relief Management,Tanimu Mohmmed as Senior Special Assistant on Special Duties as well as Musa Sidi as Clerk of the Keffi Legislative Council.
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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support
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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