Successful hosting of AMGA 2024 shows AFN, CDS, Gen. Musa placing Nigeria safe for global business, says UAG
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By Olotuche Miracle
The success of the just concluded Africa Military Games, AMGA 2024 hosted by Nigeria has proven that the country is safe for visitors, says Unity Advocacy Group, UAC.
The UAG particularly applauded the dexterity of Armed Forces of Nigeria, AFN, in returning the country to the path of relative peace and tranquility.
It said the Armed Forces of Nigeria under the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Chris Musa through AMGA 2024 has marketed the country by sending a strong message that the country is safe to visit and do business.
The group noted that through hosting AMGA 2024, Nigeria is also strengthening cooperation with other countries in fighting various forms of security challenges.
UAG at a media briefing on Monday through its Convener, Ifeanyi Aigbedion said the games surpass so many of international standards, especially with the manner it was organised.
UAG said it is reminiscence of good old days the country hosted sporting events
The UAG joined Nigeria’s National Ambassador for Sports Diplomacy, Segun Odegbami to describe the games as ground breaking moment for Nigeria’s sports development, describing the event as a bold step toward reversing decades of neglect and underachievement in the sector.
The group said the turnout of 21 countries is an indication that the participating countries believe in the Continental leadership capacity of the Armed Forces of Nigeria.
According to UAG “The Armed Forces of Nigeria under the Chief of Defence Staff, Gen Chris Musa through AMGA 2024 has sent a very strong message that Nigeria is safe to come and do business.
“Through AMGA 2024, the AFN will also strengthen cooperation with other countries in fighting various forms of security challenges.
“AMGA 2024 made us begin to remember good old days Nigeria hosted international sporting events.
“The AFN not only hosted, but won. We salute the CDS who said that the Nigerian Military will continue to recruit and develop sportsmen who will go on to win more laurels and medals for the country.”
