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Security Protection, Welfare Of NYSC Members deploys To Nasarawa Second To None -Gov. Sule
By David Christopher, Lafia
The Nasarawa State Governor Engr Abdullahi Sule has assured the members of the National Youth Service Corps NYSC deployed to the state of his government determination to always take their welfare, security and well-being serious and second to none, urging them to maintain camps rules and regulations as well as to shun all forms of social vices.
The governor made the assertion in his speach during the occasion of the swearing-in ceremony of NYSC Batch’A’ stream ll orientation course held at the Magaji Danyamus NYSC Permanent orientation camp,Keffi on Friday.
Engr. Sule who was represented at the occasion by his commissioner for Special Duties, Legal Matters and Youths Affairs Barr. Hanatu Abimiku also said,the government of was aware of the challenges bedeviling the NYSC in the state as such all efforts has been put in place to tackle them.
” My government is aware of the challenges bedeviling the NYSC in the state, such as inadequate capacity of the Multipurpose Hall and shortage of staff hostels to accommodate camp officials. I want to assure you that works on the 3,000 capacity Multipurpose Hall will commence soon,as plans are concluded to begin work” the governor stated.
He, further enjoyed the corps members to concentrate fully with all that they would be thought in the camp with special emphasis on the training of Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development (SAED) Programme as well as on other national topic, adding that the said training would go a long way in eradicating the menace of unemployment that has been ravaging the nation as a whole.
On his part,the Nasarawa State Coordinator of the scheme Mr. Abdullahi Jikamshi said,” I wish to express my profound appreciation and gratitude to the state Governor, Engr. Abdullahi Sule for his untiring support to the NYSC scheme. We are indeed grateful for the robust relationship between the state government and the scheme.
“However,may I remind His Excellency,of our previous request and appeal for a 3000 Capacity Multipurpose Hall at the orientation camp as a matter of urgency, for your children. The present Hall is grossly inadequate. Your Excellency Sir. We look forward for your kind and urgent response to it”.
AljazirahNigeria, revealed that 1’936 corps members who registered were being sworn in for the exercise that would last for weeks.
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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support
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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