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Nigeria Ambasador To S/Africa thumbs Up Can-Do-Spirit of Gymnastic Team

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6 years ago

August 8, 2019

…As TIG team scooped 9 medals

Joel Ajayi

The Nigeria Consular General to the South Africa Godwin A. Adama has applauded the resilient and can do-sprit of Nigeria’s Gymnastic represented byTIG Gymnastics club Abuja team to the 2019 club invitational tournament in South Africa.

He said despite the challenges faced by the team toward the competition, the team still rare its head high to make Nigeria proud by winning 9 medals in the first competition while charging the team to soar high at the next tourney which is Africa Club Gymnastic Championship in Kempton Park Indoor Sports Center Johannesburg in South Africa.

Adama gave the commendation at Nigeria’s Embassy in South Africa when team Nigeria paid him a courtesy visit in his office.

The Consular General, however, thanks to the team for making Nigeria proud even in the midst of difficulty.

Also, the children are equally rewarded by the Ambassador.

Meanwhile, the elected Technical Director of Gymnastic Federation Nigeria GFN Coach Anthony Asuquo speaking from South Africa said the team in the first game has won a total of nine medals comprise of two gold, two silver and 5 bronze medals.

The registered Gymnasts that participated in the competition with medals won include Stephanie Onusiriuka – Level 6 a Gold; Akachi Umeh – level 4 a silver; Imabassy Peters – Level 4 a bronze; Oluwaposi folorunso Level 4 a bronze; Kaima Ihedioha Level 5 silver.

Others include Akanimoh Peters level 4 a bronze; Munachisom Ihedioha Level -4 a bronze medal; Olayinka Kolade Level 4 a bronze medal; Abigail Kolade level 4 got a Gold medal.

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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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