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NGO Wants Peace Structures In All Communities

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5 years ago

December 18, 2020

The Global Peace Foundation Nigeria, on Thursday, called for the formation of peace structures to manage conflicts and promote peaceful coexistence in communities.

The Country Director of the Foundation, Rev. John Hayab, made this call when the group paid a courtesy visit to the Chief of Kuje Area Council, Alhaji Haruna Jibrin, in Abuja.

Hayab said such structures would also help to solve problems that occur before it escalates to bigger issues, saying this was necessary before conflicts happen.

According to him, part of the challenges facing the country could be linked to poor understanding, noting that the organization works in communities that are not in conflict so that they will not even have conflict.

“All hands must be on the deck, as stakeholders, community leaders, we need to work together, evil will not disappear amongst us if we don’t unite. But when we unite, we will stop it.

“The issues around us should not be seen as not one’s problem, it is everyone’s. The recent kidnapping of children should worry everyone, they are our children, it is not a regional matter, They are Nigerians, so every Nigerian should work together.

“One of the challenges we have in this country is that we don’t work in communities that are not in conflict, Then when there is conflict, people are already tensed and confused. We need to build structures of peace across the communities so that they will not start running helter-skelter”.

Hayab emphasized that the emir’s efforts in maintaining peace and passion for delivering good leadership to his people were commendable, hence the partnership in the implementation of programs to enhance social cohesion among the inhabitants of the area.

He stressed that the visit was also to inform the palace of the organization’s plan to engage the community people in her peacebuilding campaign with a view to strengthening their peaceful coexistence by putting a peace structure in place.

This, he said would be done with members trained and equipped with necessary tools for further engagement of community members, youth, women, faith leaders, and elders of the community with a view to achieving the desired result.

The Northern Coordinator for the Global Peace Foundation Nigeria, Sheikh Halliru Maraya, stressed that the visit was to show solidarity and sought support in achieving social cohesion among people of diverse ethno-religious background.

He reemphasized that people of diverse cultures, religions, and ethnicity must be sensitized to promote tolerance as the nation is being faced with enormous security challenges.

He cited a hadith that Prophet Muhammad S.A.W said that the best among mankind is the one who benefits humanity and as such we shall do all we could as Nigerians to promote peaceful coexistence among people in hostility.

“People should continue to live peacefully with one another because no community globally can achieve success, development, and growth in an atmosphere that is void of peaceful coexistence.

And that is why we are here in order to promote peaceful coexistence amongst the locals, We are members of one family regardless of any social differences, be it religious, geographical. We are all members of one family under God”.

In his remarks, the Royal Highness, Alhaji Haruna Jibrin, stated that it was the collective responsibility of all to promote peace in the country, saying no religion encourages violence.

He lamented on how the ravaging insecurity has halted many communities from sourcing livelihood and achieving development, saying no community leader will want his community to be in chaos.

He prayed and hoped that the criminals perpetrating all sorts of crimes in the society would repent from their heinous acts so that peace will reign in the nation, without fear of attack or being kidnapped.

The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Global Peace Foundation convenes and implements development projects on peacebuilding, education, entrepreneurship, and youth leadership development.

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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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