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Nigeria @61: Concerted effort, unalloyed patriotism key to more progress- Akobundu
Joel Ajayi Peace and Prosperity of Nigeria lie in citizen’s resolve to put the nation first in all they do, they should show more love for the country, celebrate her victories and things that bind bind them together, says Princess Gloria Akobundu, National Coordinator/ CEO, African Union Development Agency-New Partnership for Africa’s Development/African Peer Review Mechanism (AUDA-NEPAD/APRM) Nigeria.
In a statement signed by Media Assistant to National Coordinator/CEO,AUDA-NEPAD/APRM NigeriaAbolade Ogundimu, Princesd Akobundu made the call in her Independence Anniversary message to the staff and Management of the Agency.
According to the CEO, everyone should contribute positive quota towards surmounting societal challenges.”Every nation today is challenged to improve on whatever it has achieved, let’s join hands to restore peace so that we can harness our abundant human and natural resources.
“All effort to engage our youths in productive ventures just like the Federal Government of president Muhammad Buhari is doing,as well as sub national governments, must be supported and given the needed attention.
“The successes recorded by our heros past must not be reversed. Let’s collectively work for the good of all and our country Nigeria,” she said.On how AUDA-NEPAD Nigeria had comtributed its quota under her stewardship, she referenced its Flagship programmes.
” President Muhammadu Buhari’s commitment and supports for a prosperous Nigeria as being implemented through various Ministries, Departments and Agencies should be embraced for the benefit of all Nigerians.”The cooperation given to Flagship programmes of AUDA-NEPAD/APRM Nigeria under my watch, especially the ongoing APRM Second Peer Review of the Country and the upcoming launching of ‘AUDA-NEPAD Initiative to Strengthen Smallholder Farmers Capabilities amid COVID-19 Pandemic’ should be sustained.
“The programmes centre on how good governance can be deepened and how economy can be strengthened from the grassroots to the national level.”Our Flagship programmes are in line with President Muhammadu Buhari’s vision to lift 100 million Nigerians out of poverty within 10 years, which will lead to ‘Nigeria We Want’ and Agenda-2063 , Africa We Want’
Akobundu concluded saying ,God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria, God bless every living and departed Nigerian”The successful conclusion of the ongoing APRM Second Peer Review of Nigeria is expected to make the Country first in West Africa and the fourth in Africa to have voluntarily submitted herself for assessment on where the nation was, where it is and where it should be.
There is no gainsaying, that the Nation stand to gain a lot if the Agency’s programmes continue to enjoy cooperation of both State and Non-state actors.
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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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