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Olusade Takes Over From Ohaa As FCTA Permanent Secretary

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5 years ago

September 2, 2020

…As Minister Charges incoming PS to Leverage on staff Competence, Lauds Outgoing

Joel Ajayi

The newly deployed Permanent Secretary to the Federal Capital Territory Administration FCTA Mr. Adesola Olusade has assumed duties following the receipt of Handover notes from the outgoing Permanent Secretary, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa in a ceremony witnessed by the FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello, and other senior staff of the FCTA.

The FCT Minister, Malam Muhammad Musa Bello described the outgoing Permanent Secretary of the FCTA, Sir Chinyaaka Ohaa as a problem solver and a pillar of support.

According to the Minister, Sir Ohaa never shied away from difficult situations, a trait which he had found very useful in the running of the affairs of the FCTA adding that the job of Permanent Secretary of the nation’s capital’s bureaucracy was not an easy one.

While wishing the outgoing Permanent Secretary success in his new place of posting at the Ministry of Power, Malam Bello urged him to be an ambassador of the FCTA and support the Administration when needed.

He also informed the new Permanent Secretary that he would be working with a very large bureaucracy made of very competent individuals with a tremendous amount of institutional memory. He urged the new Permanent Secretary to leverage on the experience of the FCTA workforce to deliver on the mandate of Mr. President.

Earlier the Outgoing Permanent Secretary, Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa had appreciated the opportunity given to him to serve alongside the FCT Minister and Minister of State as well as the staff of the FCTA.

He particularly commended the health workers led by the Health Secretary, Dr. Muhammad Kawu, who have put their lives on the line in the fight against COVID 19. He urged all staff to give the new Permanent Secretary of their cooperation and support in the discharge of his duties.

The new Permanent Secretary, Mr. Adesola Olusade, who was until his appointment, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Niger Delta, expressed his desire to facilitate the work of the Honourable Minister towards delivering on the mandate of Mr. President.

He commended the Minister for his passion and dedication to work while describing Sir Ohaa as his boss with whom he had worked closely in the past.

Present at the event were the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Niger Delta, Dr. Babayo Ardo, Chief of Staff to Minister, Malam Bashir Mai- Bornu, the Senior Special Assistant to the Minister of State, Prof. M.T Usman, and heads of the various Mandate Secretariats, Departments and Agencies of the FCTA.

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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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