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By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja The Federal Government has commissioned key emergency road interventions and inspected major ongoing highway projects in Plateau State, reaffirming its commitment to national connectivity, economic growth and infrastructure renewal under the Renewed Hope Agenda. The interventions, carried out during the Federal Ministry of Works’ National Media Tour of the North Central zone, covered completed emergency repairs and strategic road projects, including the Lafia–Shendam Road and the Babban Lamba–Sharram Road. The exercise highlighted the administration’s drive to restore failed sections of federal highways and accelerate delivery of critical infrastructure nationwide. Officials explained that the current push…

… Says Equity, Justice and Democracy Require Power Shift in Kogi Central; Insists Governor Ododo Must Be Free From Control By|| Goodluck E. Adubazi || Abuja Political stakeholders from Okehi and Adavi Local Government Areas have launched a coordinated resistance against any attempt to project former Kogi State Governor, Yahaya Bello, for the Kogi Central Senatorial seat, declaring that equity, justice, and democratic principles demand a shift in political power. Operating under the banner of the Okehi–Adavi Political Defenders, the group announced the mobilization of veteran politicians with over three decades of experience, insisting that the long-marginalized Okehi…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja The Minister of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa, has called on governments, corporate bodies and philanthropists to support the orientation camp cultural carnival and other initiatives of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC). She made the call as the Special Guest of Honour during the cultural carnival staged by the 2026 Batch ‘A’ Stream One Corps Members at the NYSC FCT Orientation Camp in Kubwa, Abuja. The Minister, who was represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Art, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Ministry, Dr. Mukhtar Yawale Muhammed,…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja Hon. Dr. Aisha Ibrahim Adoke is offering a bold and people-driven vision for Adavi/Okehi Federal Constituency—a vision where, in the nearest future, the constituency ranks among the top five investment destinations in Nigeria. This is not just an aspiration; it is a practical plan rooted in effective leadership, accountability, and purposeful representation at the National Assembly. At the heart of this campaign is the commitment to properly utilize constituency funds and fully harness the opportunities they provide. By creating an enabling environment for investors—especially through strong public-private partnerships—and by working closely with relevant stakeholders, sustainable…

By Ajuluchukwu Brown A fresh political storm is engulfing Kogi State as the Movement for the Emancipation of Kogi State (MEKSTA) on weekend demanded the immediate resignation of Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo, accusing him of complicity in what it described as a vast web of corruption traced to the administration of his predecessor, Yahaya Bello. In a strongly worded statement, MEKSTA alleged that Ododo, who served for eight years as Auditor-General for Local Governments under Bello, presided over an era in which funds belonging to local councils were brazenly misappropriated, triggering judicial probes that are still unfolding. The group warned…

By|| Goodluck E. Adubazi || Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) and the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC) have agreed to deepen collaboration aimed at improving operational efficiency and strengthening Nigeria’s competitiveness in the oil and gas sector. The resolution followed a high-level meeting between the management teams of both organisations at the NUPRC corporate headquarters in Abuja on Friday. Speaking at the meeting, the Commission Chief Executive of NUPRC, Mrs. Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, said both institutions, as agencies of the Federal Government, share common objectives that must be pursued collaboratively. “As major instruments of government in the…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja Nigeria stands at a defining moment in its democratic journey as civil society organisations intensify calls for urgent electoral reforms ahead of the 2027 general elections. At the centre of the demand is a firm insistence that every vote cast by Nigerians must count. Advocates argue that without credible reforms, public trust in the electoral process will continue to erode, threatening the foundations of democracy. Civil society groups are specifically calling for the mandatory electronic transmission of election results, describing it as a critical step toward strengthening transparency, accountability, and confidence in the electoral system.…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has stepped up efforts to strengthen its leadership pipeline with the commencement of a high-level training programme for senior officers at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada. The initiative, the Senior Customs Command and Leadership Course (Batch A), began on Monday, February 3, 2026, and is aimed at preparing officers for higher responsibilities amid evolving operational, security and trade facilitation challenges. Speaking on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, described the programme as a strategic investment in the future of the Service. He…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has stepped up efforts to strengthen its leadership pipeline with the commencement of a high-level training programme for senior officers at the Nigeria Customs Command and Staff College, Gwagwalada. The initiative, the Senior Customs Command and Leadership Course (Batch A), began on Monday, February 3, 2026, and is aimed at preparing officers for higher responsibilities amid evolving operational, security and trade facilitation challenges. Speaking on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, the Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, described the programme as a strategic investment in the future of the Service. He…

By|| Goodluck E.Adubazi || Abuja South Africa has formally acceded to the Establishment Agreement of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), a landmark move expected to deepen continental trade integration and unlock up to US$8 billion in targeted investments for Africa’s most industrialised economy. The signing ceremony, held in Johannesburg and attended by President Cyril Ramaphosa, senior government officials, diplomats and business leaders, marked what Afreximbank President and Chairman of the Board, Mr. George Elombi, described as a “decisive step towards uniting Africa around its shared economic destiny.” Speaking at the event, Elombi said South Africa’s accession completed Afreximbank’s vision of…