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NYSC remains only a stable workforce in Nigeria – DG

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August 6, 2019

The Director-General of the National Youth Service Corps, Brigadier General Shuaibu Ibrahim has said that the Scheme remains the only stable workforce in Nigeria.

The DG stated this on Tuesday in Minna on a meeting with the Niger state Acting Governor, Alhaji Mohammed Ketso to request for a location to site the North Central area office of the scheme.

According to him, the NYSC can be seen in all nooks and crannies of Nigeria and do not go on strike observing that there will be challenging if the scheme is brought to an end.

“If you go to any nook and cranny in this country, you will see Corps members, I have been to rural areas in local government and I saw Corps members working there as doctors and in other occupations.

“I can assure you that if there are no many Corps members here and there, there will be challenging. Corps members do not go on strike, they are in national service and are ready to put in their best.”

Ibrahim then urged the state government to do their best to make the Corp members comfortable in order for them to give in their best.

He said he was in the state to ask the state government to provide accommodation to enable the scheme site its north-central area office.

“We have gotten approval for the siting of six area offices in the six geo-political zones across the country. Niger state has been chosen to host the North Central area office.”

The Niger state Acting Governor, Alhaji Mohammed Ketso said the state government is ready to operate and partner with the NYSC to bring to reality the North Central area office in the state.

“We are ready to strengthen our relationship with all federal government institutions in the state. We are glad that NYSC valued us enough to choose the state to site its north-central office.”

He further assured that the state government is working at constructing the permanent orientation camp to make the stay of the Corp members comfortable in the state adding that the construction of the girl’s hostel has commenced.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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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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