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Orientation Camps: NYSC DG Warns Prospective Corps Members Against Night Journeys

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January 15, 2021

Joel Ajayi

As orientation courses are set to be re-opens the National Youth Service Corps NYSC has warned the 2020 “B” Stream II Prospective Corps Members against night Journeys as they prepare to proceed to their various NYSC Camps across the country for the Orientation program.

The Director-General Brigadier-General Shuaibu Ibrahim gave this warning on Friday during a sensitization webinar jointly organized by their NYSC and Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, (NCDC) for the prospective Corps Members ahead of the commencement of the Orientation Exercise.

He urged them to avoid actions that can put their lives at risk.

Ibrahim advised the PCMs to break the journey if they are to travel over a long distance before getting to their states of deployment.

He also warned them to adhere strictly to all the COVID-19 safety protocols, adding that only those whose results are negative for the COVID-19 test would be allowed to register at the Orientation Camps.

The Director-General disclosed that the Scheme would not hesitate to decamp anyone who fails to adhere to COVID-19 safety protocols in camp.

“Please don’t travel at night and don’t endanger your security. Kindly stay safe. If you are sick, let us know and don’t jeopardize the Orientation Course.

“We will not hesitate to decamp anyone who fails to adhere to COVID-19 safety protocols”, he said.

The Director-General appealed to the Prospective Corps Members to report to camp on the dates on their call-up letters in order to avoid large gatherings, so as to safeguard the lives of camp participants.

He commended the NCDC for assisting the NYSC Scheme in sensitizing Prospective Corps Members in its bid to stem the tide of COVID-19.

The Director-General NCDC, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, speaking during the event called on the Prospective Corps Members to join hands with the NYSC and NCDC in order to have a successful service year.

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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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