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New kid on the block, Christian Emeruwa Gunning for NFF presidency; dont ever write-off a determined soldier
With over two decades in football administration, Abia state born Christian Emeruwa can not be described as a greenhorn or novice when serious men sit to discuss the beautiful game.
If it’s about competence and professional vision for the future of the game, Christian Emeruwa stands out, if it is about ability to deliver when it truly matters, Christian Emeruwa is your ideal candidate, if it is about passion driven by emotion and exposure, Christian Emeruwa is top on the list. Unfortunately, the NFF Elections involves so much and requires much more.
As former head of NFF Security department and former head of NFF integrity unit before his much celebrated appointment into the security unit of the Confederation of Africa football CAF in Cairo, Egypt, Emeruwa was never found wanting when given responsibilities.
Before joining CAF, Emeruwa was at the forefront of sanitizing Nigeria football. As head of FIFA integrity unit in the football house, he fought gallantly to bring sanity to a system that is seriously bastardized by corruption and nepotism. A system that has buried truth for falsehood to thrive.
He was haunted at night, pursued in his dream and battled daily against principalities and powers in high places. Despite the frustrations that came with the job, he succeeded in making a few individuals like the late chief Taiwo Ogunjobi drop one position for the other.
He knew from the very beginning that our clime forbids sanity but he is one man who is never scared of challenges and he wants to be remembered someday for the efforts and the results.
Same was the gallantry he displayed in Kaduna during that infamous Nations cup qualifier with Egypt. On a day that the state governor unconciously decided to please the fans by throwing the gates of the stadium open for over 80,000 fans to enter, Emeruwa and his team did a brilliant job of attacking the situation to the best of their abilities, thereby limiting the post match incidence that was obviously inevitable.
He has worked in the secretariat of the Nigeria football federation for close to two decades, he is highly educated with a PHD in sports administration. He has transversed the nook and crannies of the world in search of knowledge and has made new friends in CAF and FIFA.
He has got all it takes to dream big and should not be ridiculed for trying to prove a point rather he should be seen as a motivator for every ambitious youth with a dream.
Today, he has officially made public his intention to contest. According to him, he has consulted all those he needs to consult and has decided to take the bull by the horn. In a sane clime, he should stand a chance but in life, you dont rule out possiblities.
The important thing is that he is in this race and wants to run it till the very end. No man wins a lottery without playing. NFF election is a lottery and like Amaju did in 2014, Emeruwa might just be the next big surprise ahead of us.
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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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