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Sunday Dare, Minister inspects 80-bed hospital at pakiotan

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5 years ago

March 12, 2021

The Honourable Minister of youth and sports development, Chief Sunday Akinlabi Dare visited the 80-bed hospital in pakiotan area of ogbomoso a day after his coronation by Soun Of Ogbomoso Land, Oba Oladunni Oyewumi Ajagungbade 111 as AGBAAKIN of Ogbomoso land.

The Honourable Minister paid a working visit to Pakiotan Specialist Hospital Project that is being facilitated by himself, One of the Sustainable Growth Projects initiated by the Federal Government of Nigeria. It could be recalled that the project started just late last year but the 80-bed hospital project is looking set for commissioning and to serve the public.

Apparently, tackling neonatal, infant and maternal deaths in Nigeria have been a major commitment of the President Muhammadu Buhari-led administration as evident in the numerous infrastructural interventions across the country and this project, when completed, will be fully equipped by government for its full utilisation by the Ogbomoso people and environs

According to the minister “I am pleased to see that the project we started late last year is at the stage of completion, this will improved healthcare infrastructure and this will provide employment opportunity for the people of Oyo state at large.. “

Cheif Sunday Dare said: “I want to thank President Muhammed Buhari and the office of the SSA to the President on SDGs Mrs. Orelope-Adefulire for approving this project for the Ogbomoso people. I thank the President for approving the project and giving me the opportunity to facilitate this project for Ogbomoso. Health is wealth and this 80-bed hospital will no doubt enhance the health delivery system of Ogbomoso. We look forward to more relevant projects to be so cited in Ogbomoso town”.

The new chief in town thanked the All Progressives Congress government led by President Buhari for the project and expressed happiness that the people of Ogbomoso will make good use of the much needed health facility when completed.

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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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