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Abiding to the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Highway – David Umahi

8May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Abiding to the completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Kano Highway – David Umahi

David Umahi, Minister of Works, reaffirmed the commitment of the Federal Government to the timely completion of the Abuja-Kaduna-Katsina-Kano Federal Highway under President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope agenda. Umahi made this statement during a courtesy visit from Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani in Abuja on Tuesday. During the event, the minister mentioned that he had received a directive from President Tinubu to develop a program that would ensure the project's completion within the coming year. He assured the governor that the project, which was inherited from the previous administration, would be divided into three sections and initiated promptly. According to a statement released by the minister's special adviser on media and publicity, Uchenna Orji, Umahi said, "The first 38 ki...

<em><strong>President Federation Cup: Nasarawa United captain, Osanga Denies Strike Rumors</strong></em>

8May

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President Federation Cup: Nasarawa United captain, Osanga Denies Strike Rumors

Captain of Nasarawa United, King Osanga, has refuted speculations about a strike among the club's players. The Solid Miners have successfully secured a spot in the Nigeria National League Super Eight playoff. In addition, the team from Lafia will square off against Sokoto United in the Round of 32 of the President Federation Cup. Recent reports suggested that the players had initiated a strike due to unpaid wages. Despite this, the players engaged in an intense training session on Wednesday in preparation for their upcoming match against Sokoto United. Expressing his confidence, Osanga stated that the team is prepared to take on any challenger in Nigeria's oldest single-elimination inter-club tournament. "The idea of a strike is absurd and baseless. We have never experienced any delays ...

The Round of 32 for President Federation Cup: NFF Announces Dates and Venues

7May

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The Round of 32 for President Federation Cup: NFF Announces Dates and Venues

An exciting lineup awaits as the venues and dates for the upcoming President Federation Cup Round of 32 fixtures have been officially unveiled by the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) on Tuesday. Defending champions Bendel Insurance kick off the action against Wikki Tourists at Abuja Area 3 on Wednesday, May 22. Another much-anticipated matchup features Lobi Stars going head-to-head with Shooting Stars at the Awka City, also on the same day. Meanwhile, Enyimba, the reigning NPFL champions, are set to take on FC One Rocket in a challenging clash at the Samson Siasia Stadium in Yenagoa. Here's a glimpse of the full fixture list: Bendel Insurance (Edo) Vs Wikki Tourists (Bauchi) – Abuja Area 3 – 22/05/24 – 4pm EFCC FC (FCT) Vs Edel FC (Anambra) – Ilorin – 22/05/24 – 4pm ABS FC (Kwara) Vs ...

Successful Police Operation Thwarts Attack on Katsina Highway, Saves 50 Passengers with Five Still Missing

7May

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Successful Police Operation Thwarts Attack on Katsina Highway, Saves 50 Passengers with Five Still Missing

Monday night saw a group of armed bandits launching an assault along the Funtua-Gusau Road in Katsina State, setting up a roadblock near Ungwar Boka Mine. The attackers focused on two vehicles – a luxury bus traveling from Sokoto to Onitsha and a Volkswagen Golf heading from Gusau to Zaria. Due to the exchange of gunfire, both vehicles swerved off the road. A security source revealed that in response to the distress call, an Operation EYE police patrol team swiftly arrived at the scene, deploying an Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC). The timely arrival of the officers disrupted the bandits' plans to abduct passengers. Faced with the rapid and decisive action of the security team, the attackers retreated into the nearby bush to avoid capture. “As a result, the police successfully rescu...

6May

By Mariam AbdullahiNo Comments

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Nigerian govt pledges restoration of electricity in eight LGAs in Sokoto

Nigerian Government Commits to Restoring Electricity in Eight LGAs in Sokoto Nigerian govt pledges restoration of electricity in eight LGAs in Sokoto Following a decade-long absence of electricity, the federal government of Nigeria has announced its commitment to restoring power to eight local government areas in Sokoto State. The pledge was made by the Minister of Power, Adelabu Adebayo, in response to a request raised by State Governor Ahmed Aliyu during an official meeting. Subsequently, a team from the Ministry of Power was dispatched to assess the situation in the affected areas and work on reinstating electricity supply. During an assessment exercise conducted in Sokoto over the weekend, the Director of Distribution at the Federal Ministry of Power, Mustafa Baba Umarah, hig...

The Alleged Personal Interest of Tinubu in the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project – Atiku

6May

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The Alleged Personal Interest of Tinubu in the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway Project – Atiku

Accusing the Nigerian government of rushing the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project due to the business connections between President Bola Tinubu and Gilbert Chagoury, the owner of Hitech, 2023 Peoples Democratic Party presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, pointed out that Chagoury is the contractor in charge of the highway construction. Atiku criticized the grant of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway contract, stating that it was against procurement regulations. He highlighted the conflict of interest arising from the involvement of Tinubu's son and associates on Chagoury's company boards. Moreover, Atiku claimed that Seyi Tinubu, Tinubu's son, serves as a director on the board of CDK Integrated Industries. He criticized the Tinubu-led government for prioritizing personal business...

Request for Action: Farmer Calls on Government to Reinstate Displaced Villagers of Burdugau Community

4May

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Request for Action: Farmer Calls on Government to Reinstate Displaced Villagers of Burdugau Community

A farmer named Sanusi Muhammad Burdugau from Katsina State is urging the State Government and Malumfashi Local Government Council to repatriate the displaced villagers of Burdugau back to their community so they can take part in farming during the upcoming rainy season. Three months ago, a man and eleven married women were abducted from the community, with four being released after ransom payment while the others remain captive in the bandits' hideout, as stated in a communication by Sanusi Muhammad Burdugau released to the press in Gusau, Zamfara State capital. The statement emphasized that Malumfashi Local Government Area has been severely impacted by security challenges, being one of the most affected areas in the state. Similar to Kebbi, Kaduna, Sokoto, and Zamfara States, Katsina ...

Two police officers in Sokoto arrested for involvement in kidnapping of minors

3May

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Two police officers in Sokoto arrested for involvement in kidnapping of minors

Confirmation has been received from the Sokoto State Police Command regarding the apprehension of some of its personnel for their alleged participation in the abduction of minors within the state. The spokesperson of the command, ASP Ahmad Rufai, disclosed that the officers involved, identified as ASP Kulu and another individual named Elizabeth, have been taken into custody and that investigations have been initiated into the reported abduction of five children in the state. Recently, Assistant Superintendent of Police ASP Kulu, in collaboration with Elizabeth, was apprehended by the FCT police command on suspicion of abducting five minors, including a baby girl who was less than two weeks old, in Sokoto. Rufai stated, “Both the suspects and the victims were transferred to our command...

Arrest of Two Police Officers for Kidnapping Minors in Sokoto

3May

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Arrest of Two Police Officers for Kidnapping Minors in Sokoto

The Sokoto State Police Command has officially acknowledged the apprehension of certain officers allegedly implicated in the abduction of minors within the state. ASP Ahmad Rufai, the spokesperson for the command, confirmed the detention of the officers identified as ASP Kulu and another individual named Elizabeth. He stated that the command has initiated a probe into the reported abduction of five children within the state. It was recalled that ASP Kulu, an Assistant Superintendent of Police, and Elizabeth were taken into custody by the FCT police command for supposedly kidnapping five children, including a baby girl less than two weeks old, in Sokoto. Rufai mentioned, “Both the suspects and victims were later transferred to our command and handed over from the ...

Child Trafficking Syndicate Intercepted by Police in Abuja

3May

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Child Trafficking Syndicate Intercepted by Police in Abuja

Two female suspects, Kulu Dogonyaro and Elizabeth Ojah, have been arrested by the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Police Command for their involvement in a child trafficking syndicate. They are linked to the trafficking of five children, as revealed by FCT police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh in a statement released on Friday. Adeh stated that the suspects, who attempted to evade arrest by Sokoto police, were apprehended by FCT police operatives at Kagini junction in Abuja. They were found transporting five children into the Federal Capital Territory on April 27, 2024, around 8:00 p.m. The suspects and victims have been handed over by the FCT police command to Sokoto State police for further investigation and prosecution, emphasizing the importance of collaboration between the two e...