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Speedy Passage Of Nasarawa Youth Bill Will Address Social Vices-Actionaid

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Country Director, Actionaid Nigeria Mrs. Ene Obi, has called for the speedy passage of the Nasarawa Youth Bill saying that it would address social vices in the state.

Obi, represented by the Director, Organizational Effectiveness, Actionaid Mrs. Funmilayo Oyefusi, made this known in Abuja on Friday.

The event was an Advocacy Roundtable Discussion on Nasarawa Youth Development Commission Bill (NYDCB) with the Nasarawa State House of Assembly Members.

Obi noted that future of Nasarawa state was dependent on the actualisation and realisation of the bill.

She said that the Nasarawa Youth Development Commission Bill had gone through the first reading before the floor of the house.

“Nasarawa State Youth today, require a legal framework for proper engagement, empowerment, and development, more than ever.

“Overtime, there have been series of continued effort by government and other development partners in carrying out various youth empowerment and development initiates in Nasarawa State.

“This has however not been structured or monitored closely for effectiveness and efficiency, given lack of political will to drive the process.

Obi added that there had also been diverse call for youth integration and involvement in decision making process of the state.

She said that the commission if established would provide a framework for structured youth engagement.

“ If established it will also strengthen the state government’s efforts and those of other development partners in ensuring that Nasarawa state youth receive all the necessary political and policy backing to engender their continued role in governance.

“Thereby, addressing all basic social vices that makes youth vulnerable to radicalisation and violent extremism.

Also, Resilience Programme Coordinator, Actionaid, Mr Anicetus Atakpu, said the organisation embarked on the project in two states of Kogi and Nasarawa State to help youths find their track.

Atakpu said the project, running in six Local Government Areas (LGA) of Nasarawa state to include Toto, Nasarawa, Akwanga, Nasarawa Egon, Lafia and Obi would address human security in conflict and emergency area of the organization’s plan

“ The bill is dear to our heart mostly because it is a bill that addresses the key primary areas of extremism as identified by our project that we are working on which centered around unemployment literacy and marginalization.

“And this is centered on provision of the bill. The bill if passed into law will address salient issues of job creation and harness great opportunities for investment.

“It also gives opportunity for the establishment of technical schools across each senatorial district which is a big win for everyone because illiteracy is not all about been educated in western education but also your ability to utilise the skills.”

Meanwhile, Hon. Nehemiah Dandaura, Deputy Speaker, Nasarawa State House of Assembly said that coming up with the bill was a developmental stride while calling on members to see to it that the bill see the light of the day.

“I am a youth friendly legislator. So many thought about the recent Endsars protests led to the support for the bill.

“If we can have something like a commission that will have to do with youth activities, it will alleviate poverty and most of the youths will be engaged.

“Looking at our society we see that youths are graduating every day from universities, polytechnics and colleges of education and these youths are flooding the streets.

“So I feel that if the commission bill is signed into law, it will cut down lots of these issues and also relieve the youth sector from unemployment, he said.

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Nigeria’s Historic Bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games: A Call for National and Global Support

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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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