Prince Vincent Ogbulafor, Chairman of the People’s Democratic Party, told local media that Nigeria won’t be deterred by its failed bid for the 2014 Commonwealth Games and will make a bid for the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Ogbulafor said hosting major international sports competitions like the Olympics contributes to the development of the hosing nations.
He said, “the gain of hosting major international games cannot be quantified. The benefits are in chains. They include infrastructural development, trade and business opportunities”.
He added, “sports is now used the world over to build nations. It has gone beyond the more recreation and entertainment. It is now used for international politics, promotion of international image of the nations and development of the economy.
“Nigeria as a nation has the capacity and ability to bid and host the 2018 Olympic Games”.
