Tag: #Infrastructure
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FUBARA TO INAUGURATE ELELE–OMOKU ROAD IN MAY
After years of hardship, major Rivers road nears completion with promises of safer travel and economic growth Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara says the 33.5km Elele–Umudioga–Egbeda–Ubimini–Ikiri–Omoku road will be ready for inauguration in May. Speaking during an inspection tour across Ikwerre, Emohua, and Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni LGAs, the governor revealed the project is already about 90% complete,…
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OKPELLA MONARCH VOWS DEVELOPMENT DESPITE PETITION DRAMA
Traditional ruler dismisses fraud claims, insists focus remains on growth and infrastructure. The Okuokpellagbe of Okpella, Mike Sado, has reaffirmed his commitment to transforming Okpella Kingdom in Edo State, despite what he described as attempts by “retrogressive forces” to distract him. Speaking in Benin City, Sado dismissed a petition allegedly sent to the Economic and…
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EDO LAWMAKER PRAISES OKPEBHOLO’S PUSH FOR GRASSROOTS INFRASTRUCTURE
Distribution of construction vehicles to councils seen as a game-changer for local development. A member of the House of Representatives, Anamero Dekeri, has applauded the Edo State Government for what he described as a strong commitment to grassroots infrastructure development. Dekeri, who represents Etsako Federal Constituency under the All Progressives Congress (APC), commended Governor Monday…
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WIKE COMMENDS FCDA BOSS FOR TIGHT SUPERVISION OF FCT PROJECTS
FCT Minister Nyesom Wike says strict supervision by the FCDA is speeding up major infrastructure projects across Abuja ahead of planned commissioning. The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has praised the acting Executive Secretary of the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA), Richard Dauda, for closely supervising ongoing infrastructure projects across Abuja. Wike…
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ECOWAS AT A CROSSROADS: AfCFTA COULD MAKE OR BREAK WEST AFRICA’S ECONOMIC FUTURE
West Africa is standing at a historic economic tipping point. With a combined market of $3.4 trillion, ECOWAS has long aimed to become a fully integrated economic powerhouse—but ambition alone won’t cut it. The launch of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is being hailed as the biggest opportunity yet to turn decades of…
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OTTI UNVEILS SME VILLAGE, HEALTH & INFRA BOOST IN ABIA
From a new SME hub in Aba to 277 functional PHCs statewide, Gov. Alex Otti says Abia is entering a new phase of industrial and social renewal. Speaking at his February media parley in Umuahia, Alex Otti announced approval for an SME Village and Innovation Hub in Aba — a centre designed to power small…
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FCT BUS TERMINALS READY TO LAUNCH, WAITING FEC APPROVAL
Abuja commuters may soon ride in style! Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, says the three newly built bus and taxi terminals in Kugbo, Mabushi, and CBD will start operations once the Federal Executive Council (FEC) approves qualified private operators. The terminals, built at ₦51 billion, were completed in 2025 but remain…
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SOUTHEAST UNVEILS 25-YEAR DEVELOPMENT BLUEPRINT AS SHETTIMA LAUNCHES VISION 2050
VP Shettima pledges jobs, infrastructure, and diaspora investment for regional growth. Vice-President Kashim Shettima on Wednesday in Enugu inaugurated a 25-year development blueprint for the South-East, calling the region a key pillar of Nigeria’s economic future. As part of the plan, President Bola Tinubu approved the creation of the South East Investment Company Ltd, designed…
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HOUSE LAUNCHES PROBE INTO AIRPORT, SEAPORT CONCESSIONS
Are Nigeria’s ports and airports delivering value? The House wants answers! Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Abbas Tajudeen, has inaugurated an ad hoc committee to investigate the performance of concessionaires managing federal airports and seaports from 2006 to 2025. Speaking through Rep. Loari Kwamoti, Tajudeen said the review is part of the House’s…
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OGUN @50: ABIODUN HAILS TINUBU FOR DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT
Governor credits presidential backing for the state’s rapid growth and infrastructure boom. At Ogun State’s 50th anniversary banquet, Governor Dapo Abiodun praised President Bola Tinubu for consistently approving development initiatives, saying his support has propelled the state’s rise to prominence. “I thank Mr. President for making me not just a superstar, but a rockstar,” Abiodun…
