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Workers’ Day: You Are Engine That drives Development Akobundu Salutes Nigerian workers
Joel Ajayi
As Nigerian workers join their counterparts all over the world to celebrate workers day, the National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer AUDA-NEPAD/ APRM Nigeria Boss, princess Gloria Akobundu fsi have described workers as the engine that can propel the country in achieving its developmental objectives.
In a statement issued by the Media Assistant to National Coordinator and Chief Executive Officer AUDA-NEPAD/ APRM Nigeria on Sunday in Abuja Akobundu saluted the Nigerian workers for their contribution to the growth of the country.
According to the statement, the combination of workers input both at the public and private sectors when properly harnessed will no doubt promote the desired development in country considering that the objective and mandate of every Ministry, Department and Agency (MDAs) as well as the private sector is improve the lot of the Nation
“The Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) in the public sector have their mandates targeting the development of the nation, but they can be better attained through renewed commitment by the entire workforce.
“Similarly, for the growth of the nation, economic growth and societal development should not be left for the public sector alone. The private sectors should equally look beyond their incomes or profits only but should also show commitment towards the development of the common good of the nation.
“Nigeria and other nations around the world are facing challenges from the impact of COVID-19 Pandemic, economic meltdown, terrorism among others, but with patriotic zeal of the labour force, we can turn our challenges to opportunities for the nation.
“It doesn’t matter whether you are self-employed, private or public employee or employer, the task to uplift the nation is the responsibility of all citizens, ’’ she said.
Akobundu further added that patriotic labour by all workforce would fast track economic development and deepen good governance in the nation.
The AUDA-NEPAD Boss rejoices with the Country’s workforce in commemorating the 2022 Worker’s Day, urging them to continue to put the nation above any other interests.
She also commended the efforts of pensioners who have served with dignity and have now passed the baton of service to the current workers, while calling for greater commitment to duty by the current workforce.
It will be recalled that Akobundu-led AUDA-NEPAD/APRM Nigeria has been championing domestication and implementation of AU Agenda 2063`Africa We Want’ and Sustainable Development Goals 2030 of the United Nations, in line with President Muhammadu Buhari’s Roadmap for a greater Nigeria.
The Agency is championing implementation of AUDA-NEPAD Initiative to Strengthen Smallholder Farmers Capabilities for land restoration amid COVID-19 Pandemic, also the Conduct of APRM Second Peer Review of Nigeria, leading to the compilation of Nigeria’s Second National Programme of Action (NPoA) to be launched by President Muhammadu Buhari.
However, the United Nations has set aside 1st of May every year as workers Day to celebrate dignity of labour among its member states.
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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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