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Nigeria Youth Future of Digital Economy-Youth Minister

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3 years ago

April 30, 2022

…as group launches Bleanq app

By Joel Ajayi

Minister of youth and sports development Chief Sunday Dare has said that with the coming of the young Nigerian oriented technology that make the work easier in the country Nigeria as a country have a brighter future in the digital economy.

He gave this assurance on Friday in Abuja when Zkyte technologies officially launched its APP known as BLEANQ, an innovation Put in place by young Nigeria that focuses on efficiency, proficiency.

Dare who was represented by his media Assistant Mr. Kola Daniel the launching of the app will go a long way to lead to change of things in Nigeria.

According to him, the clear mandate of our ministry is youth development and how youth can be empowered or developed through technology, we are in a digital economy today where everybody in the world wants to use digital to do one activity or the other.

“I can say here today that Nigeria is the next future of what we call a digital economy.

This technology we are talking about is youth driven, which means that more employment opportunities will be created, it has to do with economic growth, it has to do with creating ambience that will bring people from the street, which is exactly what Zkyte technologies is doing.

“Essence of this app is to create jobs, to make things easy for everyone, we are in a digital world where everyone is expected to indulge in productive activities and with the help of this digital app Nigeria will be more productive.

While talking, the initiator of BLEANQ APP … said that the Bleanq products cut across a variety of Gold plated, Bamboo, Metal and Plastic cards. That’s not all, the BLEANQ products also include wristbands and tags.

“The aim is to offer high quality services to Nigerians through latest innovations and to provide an efficient affordable IT partner and solution for all.

“In a country like Nigeria that we don’t have a centralize information that is digitize by the government, we need to provide system that easy for us it not a must that government do everything IT Companies can come together and creating this kind of solution, it will help Nigeria to improve on a global platform.”

He said there is no better way to solve Nigeria’s problem than to indulge in technologies: “With the app, Nigerians can go to hospital without being present, you can communicate with your doctor inside your house, and your children can receive and do their assignment and submit to their lecturer without leaving their room amongst others.”

He said Nigerians can subscribe by going to www.bleanq.com and subscribe for the project.

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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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