Ministry of Works Sports Club Commences 2026 Sports Week, Commends Minister and Management for Support

The Federal Ministry of Works Sports Club has commenced its 2026 Sports Week with a series of activities aimed at promoting physical fitness, staff welfare, unity, teamwork, and excellence amongst the Ministry’s employees.
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As part of the Sports Week activities, the Sports Club, led by its officials and members, paid courtesy visits to key management officials of the Ministry today, Monday, 31 August 2026. The visits provided an opportunity for the Club to appreciate the leadership of the Ministry for its continued support for sports development, staff welfare and the activities of the Sports Club.

Receiving the Sports Club’s delegation, the Honourable Minister of State for Works, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., commended the Club for its achievements and contributions to the image of the Ministry, through its participation in various sporting competitions.

The Minister of State congratulated the Club on its successes and assured the team of the Ministry’s continued support. He expressed that the achievements of the Sports Club were not only about winning trophies but also about promoting the physical and mental well-being of staff, noting that a healthy workforce was essential to the effective discharge of their responsibilities.

According to him, the Ministry would continue to encourage and support sporting activities that would keep staff physically fit, while also projecting the Ministry positively at national and inter-ministerial competitions. He congratulated the Sports Club for its commitment and urged its members to sustain the tempo and continue bringing glory to the Ministry.

The delegation also paid a courtesy visit to the Director Overseeing the Office of the Permanent Secretary (DOOPS), Alhaji Aminu Ahmed, who assured them of his willingness to support its activities within the resources available to the Ministry. The DOOPS expressed optimism about the future of the Club and promised to do his best to support its programmes and activities. He, particularly, welcomed the planned hosting of future sporting activities in Kano, his home state, assuring the Club of the necessary support and hospitality within his capacity.

Alhaji Ahmed also expressed his commitment to addressing some of the challenges confronting the Club, while acknowledging the current financial constraints facing the Ministry.

In his remarks, the Director of Human Resource Management and Chairman of the Federal Ministry of Works’ Sports Club, Malam Ahmad Muhammad Tukur, appreciated the management of the Ministry for its continued support and urged members of the Sports Club to remain committed to excellence and the spirit of sportsmanship.

He assured the Club of his continued support and encouraged members to maintain discipline, teamwork, and dedication, stressing that their achievements represented not only the Sports Club but the entire Ministry.

The Sports Club also expressed appreciation to the Honourable Minister of Works, Sen. Engr. David Umahi, CON, FNSE, FNATE, and the Minister of State, Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq. for their encouragement of sporting activities and passion for staff welfare.

A major highlight of the Sports Week was the launch of the Federal Ministry of Works Sports Club’s magazine, Sport Waves, which received financial support from a former Senator Yakubu Lado, in collaboration with the Director, Highways, Bridges and Design (B&D), Engr. Musa Saidu. Senator Lado supported the publication of the Sport Waves magazine with the sum of ₦5 million and pledged to transfer the funds to the Sports Club’s account. He also promised to advertise his company in the next edition of the magazine.

The gesture was described by the Sports Club as a significant boost to its efforts to promote sporting activities, document its achievements and further strengthen its relationship with stakeholders.

Speaking during the commencement of the Sports Week activities, the Sports Manager, Mr. Fakande Ayorinde Adeniyi, said the Club decided to begin the celebration with Courtesy Visits to senior officials of the Ministry as a demonstration of respect and appreciation for their support. He further stated that the Sports Club would continue to work closely with the Ministry’s management to sustain its achievements and make the Ministry proud.

The Assistant Sports Manager, Mr. Tayo Omotosho, also expressed appreciation to the management and other supporters of the Club, noting that their encouragement had continued to boost the morale of members and inspire them to achieve more. He assured the leadership of the Ministry that the Sports Club would remain committed to excellence and continue to represent the Federal Ministry of Works positively at every sporting engagement.

Ministry of Works Sports Club

The 2026 Sports Week is expected to feature a range of sporting and fitness activities designed to promote healthy living, teamwork, friendship, and unity among staff of the Ministry.

The Sports Club reaffirmed its commitment to using sports as a veritable platform for staff development, physical fitness, team spirit, and the positive representation of the Federal Ministry of Works.

Mohammed A. Ahmed,
Director, Information and Public Relations.
31 August, 2026.
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Goronyo Reaffirms Tinubu’s Commitment to Infrastructure Development in Oyo

The Honourable Minister of State for Works, Rt. Hon. Bello Muhammad Goronyo, Esq., has reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal Government under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, to delivering critical road infrastructure capable of driving economic growth, improving connectivity and enhancing the quality of life of Nigerians.
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The Minister stated this on Monday, August 24, 2026, at the flag-off ceremony for the dualisation of the Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road, held at the Idi Ayunre axis of the road in Oyo State.
Goronyo described the project as a significant milestone in the Federal Government’s ongoing efforts to upgrade the nation’s road infrastructure and provide efficient transportation corridors that will facilitate the movement of people, goods and services across the country.

He said the dualisation of the Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road would have far-reaching economic benefits for Oyo and Ogun States, particularly by improving inter-state connectivity, reducing travel time, enhancing road safety and opening up greater opportunities for trade, investment and employment.

According to him, the project is in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, which places infrastructure development at the centre of the Federal Government’s efforts to strengthen the national economy and improve the wellbeing of citizens.

“The central train of development is moving fast under our progressive banner,” the Minister said.
He noted that the strategic importance of the Ibadan–Ijebu Ode corridor could not be overemphasised, considering its role in connecting major communities and supporting commercial activities across the South-West and beyond.

Goronyo commended the Honourable Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, CON, for his leadership and commitment to ensuring that critical road projects across the country receive the necessary attention and are delivered to standard.

He also commended the Oyo and Ogun State Governments, traditional institutions, contractors, engineers and other stakeholders for their cooperation and support towards the successful commencement of the project.

The Minister stressed that the Federal Government would continue to collaborate with state governments and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that road infrastructure projects are delivered efficiently, sustainably and in accordance with the needs of the people.

He further assured Nigerians that the Ministry of Works remained committed to expanding and rehabilitating the nation’s road network as part of efforts to boost economic activities, strengthen national integration and create an enabling environment for businesses to thrive.

The dualisation of the Ibadan–Ijebu Ode Road is expected to significantly improve transportation between Oyo and Ogun States, enhance the movement of agricultural and commercial products, reduce congestion and travel time, and strengthen economic activities along the corridor.

Goronyo, Umahi

The flag-off ceremony was attended by the Honourable Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, CON; the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja; the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun; the Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele; government officials, traditional rulers, political leaders, contractors, engineers and other stakeholders.

Signed:
Abdullahi Mohammed
SA Media to the Honourable Minister of State for Works.
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Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway will Boost Agriculture, Open Economic Opportunities, Says Information Minister

The Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, has said the Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway will boost agriculture and open new economic opportunities for communities and states along the 1,000-kilometre corridor, including Kebbi State.
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The Minister stated this when he received the Kebbi State Commissioner for Information, Hon. Yakubu Ahmed Birnin-Kebbi, and members of the state Governor’s media team on a courtesy visit on Wednesday in Abuja.

Idris said about 250 kilometres of the highway would pass through Kebbi State, making the project an important opportunity for the state to expand agriculture, improve trade and strengthen economic activities.

“The Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway is not just designed to link communities, states and cities together. It is also designed to provide an avenue for the advancement of economic activities in the corridor. About 250 kilometres of that super highway will pass through Kebbi State,” he said.

The Minister noted that the project would create opportunities beyond road transportation, explaining that about 63 dams are expected along the corridor, with potential benefits for agriculture, power generation and other economic activities.

He also commended the Kebbi State Government for its cooperation with the Federal Government, particularly in agriculture, infrastructure and security, saying such collaboration was important to national development.

“I have witnessed first-hand what collaboration between the Federal Government and the states can achieve in agriculture. In Kebbi, we saw large-scale tomato farming and women actively participating in agriculture and earning livelihoods,” Idris said.

He recalled that the Federal Government’s investment in major infrastructure projects, including the Sokoto-Badagry Super Highway, was part of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s efforts to take development closer to the people and create conditions for businesses and communities to thrive.

“The population of Nigeria exists mainly in the states, not in Abuja. That is why the Federal Government continues to work with state governments to take development to where the people are,” he said.

Earlier, the Kebbi State Commissioner for Information said the delegation was in Abuja to brief the Minister on the achievements of the state government and strengthen its relationship with the Federal Government.

“We are here to tell the story of Kebbi State and to show the progress being made. With the support of the Federal Government, Kebbi has enormous potential for agriculture, infrastructure and economic development,” he said.

He said Kebbi had made progress in agriculture, education, healthcare, infrastructure and security, adding that the state was committed to working with the Federal Government to unlock its development potential.

The Minister assured the delegation that the Federal Ministry of Information and National Orientation would continue to communicate development initiatives across the country and support efforts to ensure that Nigerians are informed about opportunities created by government investments.

Information Minister

In attendance were the Director, Public Relations and Protocol, Suleiman Haruna, PhD, among other senior management staff.

Rabiu Ibrahim, mnipr
Special Assistant (Media) to the Honourable Minister of Information and National Orientation

Thursday, 13 August, 2026
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