EVERYDAY, the collapse of Benin-Asaba Expressway deepens hardship, exposing motorists to life-threatening ordeals, even as the federal government appears indifferent. The expressway is a 125-kilometre federal road corridor in the southern part of the country. It is a strategic highway that links the South-West, South-South, and South-East regions. About five months ago, precisely on Sunday […]
By BOSEDE OLUFUNMI THE Kano Road Traffic Agency (KAROTA) has expressed readiness to collaborate with the Kano State Corporate Security Institute to train its personnel on effective traffic management. The institute is located in Zakirai, Gabasawa Local Government Area, Kano State. The Managing Director of KAROTA, Malam Faisal Mahmud, made this known when the new […]
By LYDIA CHIGOZIE-NGWAKWE WORKS Minister Dave Umahi has directed project managers and engineers to maintain meticulous records for the Lagos-Calabar Highway, emphasising the need for detailed documentation before the end of September. Umahi, who gave the directive during an inspection of the project and some bridges in Lagos, said all construction levels must be carefully […]
DELTA State governor, Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, on Monday, flagged off the Widows Welfare Scheme to uplift vulnerable groups and promote inclusive governance in the state. The initiative was designed to provide financial and healthcare support for 10,000 widows drawn from across the state. Speaking at the event, Governor Oborevwori said each widow will receive a […]
ROTARY Club of Ojodu, District 9111, recently hosted the District Governor D9111, Prince Henry Akinyele and his entourage on a courtesy visit to the club for the commissioning of a fully-equipped, solar-powered sickbay at Agidingbi Primary School, Ikeja, the club’s first major project of the Rotary year. Leading the reception was Club President, Martins Nnanna, […]
By SALISU SANI-IDRIS THE Federal Government has inaugurated a new national skills programme aimed at connecting 20 million young Nigerians to jobs, training, and entrepreneurship opportunities by 2030. Vice-President Kashim Shettima made the announcement at the inaugural board meeting of Generation Unlimited Nigeria (GenU 9JA), held at the Presidential Villa in Abuja. He revealed that […]
HRM Asagba Azinge (SAN) urged the federal government for swift intervention on the failed portion of Asaba/Benin/Onitsha express way. His Royal Majesty made this remark yesterday 12 August when he played host to Engr. Onimago Lukman Olushola Of Federal Road Maintenance Agency (FERMA) led delegation in his palace. The Monarch expressed dismay the challenges masses […]
By ANGELA ATABO THE Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has called on the National Universities commission (NUC) and the National Board for Technical Education (NBTE) to enforce the Campus Master Plan (CMP) policies for universities and polytechnics. Dr. Ogbonna Chime, the NITP President, made the call while addressing a news conference on Tuesday in […]
ON 11 August 2025, His Royal Majesty, Prof. Epiphany Chigbogu Azinge on a guided tour of various Tourist centers in Asaba, Delta State. HRM Asagba Azinge commended the Delta State Government for establishing these facilities, which can serve as a catalyst for tourism development in Asaba. He emphasized the importance of community support and participation […]
LAST week’s description of 176 estates as illegal by Lagos State government, has thrown residents into panic and created fears in investors as real estate developers are counting the cost of the action. Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) in a letter to the state government, expressed worries. The association said: “It comes as […]