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Nigeria Powerlifting Federation Partner FG To Engage Nigerian Youths
Joel Ajayi
Nigeria Powerlifting Federation has revealed that the federation is set to partner ministry of youth and sports and all stakeholders in sports development through constant competitions to engage Nigerian youths.
Speaking in a press conference in Abuja, the President of the federation and US-based Nigerian Professional International Powerlifter, Erepadei Sunday Amos a.k.a Sunny Power, said that, through constant events in powerlifting, many young people will be engaged, an initiative believed if achieved, will reduce youth unrest in the country.
He lamented that awareness of the sport was low in Nigeria despite its international acceptance, saying that, effort will not be spared to create more awareness about the game in the country and beyond.
According to him, my mission is to partner with ministry of youth and sports, multinational companies based in Nigeria, other government institutions and stakeholders in sports development, through our event of constant competition to engage our youths through strength and power sports.
“I will be working with the federal government through sport ministry; I will also be working with all 36 States of the federations through their commissioners and director of sports.
“Another mission is to see how powerlifting and strongest man sport will be included in NSF in the country.
“In furtherance to have constant powerlifting state competition, region and annual open powerlifting championship, constant media talk about strength, catch them young, talent hunting, and cash award will be put in place.
He added that: “Annual coaching seminar will be organized for coaches to improve their techniques.
“With my international exposure and experience, I am going to bring international investors into the country to support and sponsor powerlifting events.
“Sunny power sport academy is a great opportunity to develop youths in their chosen sports, ready to train, develop, and sponsor anyone to fulfill his dream.”
He however, appealed to the government at all levels to support the power sport which has given him and many Nigerians international exposure and a career.
The award-winning power lifter, Sunny fondly called, during his career, won silver medal at the Raw Powerlifting Federation New Mexico State Championship in 2014; Silver medal winner of Raw Powerlifting Federation, North Carolina State Championship in 2015, Gold Medal 2016 at raw powerlifting federation eastern USA Open Single Lift Championship, and many other awards.
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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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