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YOUTH AND SPORTS MINISTRY WILL WORK WITH NCC FOR EMPOWERMENT

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6 years ago

September 20, 2019

Youth and Sports Ministry will explore a strong and viable working partnership with the Nigeria Communications Commission to alleviate a quantum of at least 7 to 10 million Nigerian Youths out of unemployment.

The Minister of Youth and Sports Development, Mr Sunday Dare dropped this hint at a Send forth Ceremony organised by his former employer, the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC) to honour him and Senator Ifeanyi Godwin Ararume, both past Executive Commissioners; which held at the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Abuja.

In the course of explaining the exact nature of the proposed working relationship with the NCC, Mr Dare succinctly stated that the Ministry would work with the NCC to close the gap of Youth unemployment in the country; through knowledge based application of digital skills in Apps, programming etc.
Other ways of communication technology to impart and enhance capacity building of our Youths for self employment and start ups entrepreneurship would be explored and considered, Mr Dare stated.

The Minister seized the opportunity to thank the President who found him worthy of Ministerial appointment, and particularly for assigning him to Youth and Sports Development Ministry.

It is instructive to note that the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Prof Umar Garba Dambatta, earlier in his speech, eulogized the intellectual contributions and team work qualities of Mr Dare, thereby enriching the Board with ideas that positively impacted the NCC and the telecommunications sector generally.

Besides the citation and commendation of departing members of the board of NCC laced with sonorous rendition of classical music presentations at intervals, another colourful highlight of the Send forth Ceremony was the Award of Recognition Plaque given to the Youth and Sports Minister, Mr Dare by the Executive Vice Chairman of the NCC, Prof. Umar Garba Dambatta.

The occasion was witnessed and graced by the Management staff of the Federal Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, led by the Permanent Secretary, Mr Olusade Adesola.

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

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1 week 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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