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Ramadan Gifts: Kwara United GM Bashir Badawiy Put Smiles on the faces of Ira Residents

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5 years ago

May 9, 2020

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People of Ira in Oyun Local Government of Kwara State were on Saturday, May 9, in joyous momentum when their son Bashir Badawiy paid them a visit with Ramadan gifts and cash.

Bashir Bashir and his lovely wife Damilola who was also accompanied by his elder brother Kunle Jida together stormed Ira in the afternoon at around 2pm in which people of the town were happy to see them.

Known for his generosity, Bashir Badawiy was happy with the love his community people shown to him on his arrival and he stepped out of his car and started sharing Ramadan gifts.

Some of the items shared to his people in Ira are cartoons of milk, bags of rice, semovita and cash in which people prayed for him that God in His Infinite Mercy will continue to bless Badawiy for remembering them in this tough period.

And after settling his people, Bashir Badawiy and his entourage walked in to the palace of the Onira of Ira land, His Royal Highness Oba Abdul-Wahab Oyewale Oyetoro who was so glad and had to stand up from his throne to welcome the Kwara United GM.

Oba Abdul-Wahab Oyewale Oyetoro described Bashir Badawiy as a blessing to the community of Ira considering what he has done in which the Monarch is proud of.

“Bashir is my good son and as you can see, the people here in Ira loves him so much because of his kindness.

“There has never been a day that we call Bashir and he won’t answer and I always pray for him everyday for God to bless him more than this because we all know what he can do,” Oba Oyetoro explained.

The Monarch while rounding up his message begged the Kwara State Government not to forget the promise they made 8 years ago by immortalising late Super Eagles striker Rashidi Yekini.

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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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