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Our Target Is To Be The Best FOIA’s Compliance, Transparency MDA’s-NYSC

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October 13, 2020

… Trains 61 FOIA Desk Officers’

Joel Ajayi

The National Youth Service Corps NYSC has revealed that its target is for the scheme to be the best in the next compliance and transparency Freedom of Information Act FOIA ranking.

This is even, as the Scheme trained 61 FOIA Desk Officers’ across the country to expose them to the new trends and frontiers for a result-oriented approach confronting their assignment as well as improving their response level to requests from the public.

Director of Press and Public Relations of the NYSC, Mrs. Adenike Adeyemi made this known at the 2020 NYSC Freedom of Information Desk officers’ workshop on Tuesday in Abuja saying the workshop will help to enhance efficiency among the officers.

Desk officers’ Workshop with the Theme: “Promoting Accountability and in Governance through Freedom of Information Act.”

Mrs. Adeyemi congratulates all on the achievements so far recorded in the implementation of FOIA in the Scheme.

According to her, our target is to be the best in the next compliance and transparency ranking.

“The Scheme is among the first government agencies to commence implementation of the Freedom of Information Act with the appointment of Desk Officers who have ensured NYSC’s adherence to the provisions of the law both at the National Directorate Headquarters and the 36 States/FCT Secretariats.

“The need to stimulate profound discourse on the implementation challenges facing the Desk Officers informed the choice of the theme for this workshop Promoting Accountability in Governance through the Freedom of Information Act. It is expected that perspectives generated from the cross-fertilization of ideas would be harnessed to enhance the efficiency of the officers. I, therefore, enjoin all workshop participants to take full advantage of this program to update your knowledge for effective discharge of your responsibilities.

“The bottom line is leadership is not how far we advance ourselves, but how far we advance others.

“Your action bears eloquent testimony to the Premium you place on the staff training, and retraining and development.”

She said that the training will equally, provide the requisite platform for them to interact and rub their minds on challenges, they are facing in the course of discharging their duties.

On his own, one of the Speakers, the International training of the trainers on Anti-Corruption Mr. Abiodun Adebanjo in his topic: “Enthroning a culture of openness in the public the sector through proper implementation of the FOIA disclosed that for and desk officers’ to perform optimally they need to imbibe the culture of openness transparently and accountability.

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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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