94 m. ago Umahi defends Lagos bridge closure, to probe state controller’s action

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has defended the controversial closure of the Independence Lagos bridge, attributing the decision to a potential safety hazard that could have led to loss of life. Speaking on Politics Today on Channels TV on Friday, Umahi expressed frustration with the State Controller who authorised the closure but acknowledged her Read More

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94 m. ago Wike blasts UniAbuja over undeveloped land, threatens reallocation

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has expressed disappointment over the large area of land given to the University of Abuja that remains undeveloped. Wike said the lack of progress is not acceptable. Wike stated this on Friday while speaking to reporters during a visit to the road leading to the EFCC Read More

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94 m. ago ‘If you criticize me in Auchi, somebody will kill you,’ Apostle Suleman boasts

The General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministries International, Apostle Johnson Suleman, has boasted that there is a tendency for his critics to be killed if they speak ill of him in his church situated in the Auchi Area of Edo State. Suleman sparked controversy with the statement in a video circulating on social media on Read More

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1 hour ago Unknown Gunmen Attack Commercial Bus, Kill Two Travellers, Abduct 13 In Benue

No fewer than two persons have been killed, while 13 passenger were abducted following an attack by gunmen on a commercial bus belonging to Benue State government. It was gathered that the incident happened on Thursday at Ikobi community in Otukpo Local Government Area of the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA learnt that the fully loaded bus […] The post Unknown Gunmen Attack Commercial Bus, Kill Two Travellers, Abduct 13 In Benue appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago FG Reopens Independence Bridge, Begs Lagosians Over Lack Of Proper Communication

Federal Government has officially reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State following emergency repair works. Speaking at the reopening ceremony on Friday, Minister of Works, David Umahi, said that the closure was prompted by a structural failure involving the approach slab of the bridge, which caved in due to a faulty design. Umahi noted that […] The post FG Reopens Independence Bridge, Begs Lagosians Over Lack Of Proper Communication appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 h. ago Group petitions minister over abduction, forced conversion of Christian teenager

A child rights advocacy group, Operation Save Nigerian Children, has petitioned the Minister of Women Affairs, Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, over the alleged abduction and forced conversion of a 16-year-old Christian, Miss Georgia Miracle, in Adamawa State. In the petition signed by the group’s convener, Ighorhiohwunu Aghogho, on Friday, the organisation called for urgent intervention, citing violations Read More

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4 h. ago Mahmoud pushes for sustainable, inclusive, resilient economy

• inaugurates first green solar-powered market in Abuja From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Minister of State, Mariya Mahmoud has reiterated the need for a sustainable, inclusive, and resilient economy that would support local farmers, empower small-scale agribusinesses, and ensures that quality produce is readily accessible to every resident of the territory. According […] The post Mahmoud pushes for sustainable, inclusive, resilient economy appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 h. ago Independence Bridge back in operation, Minister cautions against unauthorised closures

By Chukwuma Umeorah The Federal Government has reopened Independence Bridge in Lagos following its emergency rehabilitation, with the Minister of Works, David Umahi, apologising for the hardship caused by its sudden closure. The minister, who visited the bridge on Friday, confirmed that it is now open to vehicular traffic. He assured Lagosians that such disruption […] The post Independence Bridge back in operation, Minister cautions against unauthorised closures appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 h. ago Umahi Threatens Legal Action Against Businesswoman Who Accused Him Of Unpaid Contracts, Sexual Harassment

The Minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi, has dismissed allegations of sexual harassment and non-payment for supply of political campaign materials, made against him by a businesswoman identified as Tracynither Nicolas Ohiri. The Minister has demanded proof of the transaction even as he threatened legal action over the allegations. The Minister disclosed this during his […]

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7 h. ago FCT Minister Faults UniAbuja’s Massive Land Acquisition Without Dev’t

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has expressed serious concerns about the large expanse of undeveloped land acquired by the University of Abuja (UniAbuja), now known as Yakubu Gowon University, Abuja. Speaking after inspecting various construction projects, including a vital 15km road leading to Wassa in AMAC and access roads to the […]

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8 h. ago Bokkos: Nigerians being forced to get used to news of wanton killings – Atiku tells Tinubu

By John Ogunsemore Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar said President Bola Tinubu’s security infrastructure has failed to secure the lives and property of Nigerians. According to him, Nigerians are being forced to get get to news of wanton killings across the country on a daily basis. Atiku said this in a statement shared on X […] The post Bokkos: Nigerians being forced to get used to news of wanton killings – Atiku tells Tinubu appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 h. ago Minister reopens Lagos’ Independence Bridge, promises permanent fix

The Minister of Works, David Umahi, has reopened the Independence Bridge in Lagos State. Umahi, a former Governor of Ebonyi State, stated this while addressing journalists in Lagos on Friday. The minister stated that permanent work on the bridge will commence in three weeks. He acknowledged the importance of the bridge, which links Victoria Island Read More

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10 h. ago Kaduna: Governor Uba Sani has revamped health sector – Commissioner  

From Noah Ebije, Kaduna   Governor Uba Sani has revamped the entire health sector in Kaduna State, through infrastructural development, facilities upgrade and equipping of Primary as well as Secondary Health Care facilities in the last 22 months.   The Commissioner of Health, Hajiya Umma Ahmad who disclosed this at a ministerial press briefing which […] The post Kaduna: Governor Uba Sani has revamped health sector – Commissioner   appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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10 h. ago I didn’t approve Independence Bridge method of closure, says Umahi 

From Isaac Anumihe, Abuja Minister of Works, Engineer Nweze David Umahi has washed his hands off the sufferings of the road users on Independence Bridge in Lagos saying that he did not approve the  method of closure of the road  by the Federal Controller of Works in charge of Lagos. According to the minister, the […] The post I didn’t approve Independence Bridge method of closure, says Umahi  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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11 h. ago UPDATED: China announces 34% retaliatory tariffs on US imports

China has announced it will impose additional tariffs of 34 per cent on imports from the US in retaliation for duties of the same amount unveiled by President Donald Trump this week as part of his aggressive trade agenda. The Ministry of Commerce said on Friday that the tariff would be imposed on all imported Read More

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12 h. ago BREAKING: China announces 34% retaliatory tariffs on US imports

China has announced it will impose additional tariffs of 34 per cent on imports from the US in retaliation for duties of the same amount unveiled by President Donald Trump this week as part of his aggressive trade agenda. The Ministry of Commerce said on Friday that the tariff would be imposed on all imported Read More

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13 h. ago “You’ll Go Before Me, I’ll Fill Your Condolence Register” – Wike Tells People Wishing Him Dead

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has reacted to rumours about his health. Wike said that there was never a time he collapsed or was flown abroad for medical treatment. Speaking during an inspection tour of some ongoing projects in Abuja on Thursday, the former governor of Rivers State stated that those people […] The post “You’ll Go Before Me, I’ll Fill Your Condolence Register” – Wike Tells People Wishing Him Dead appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago INEC Wasted Too Much Time Before Rejecting Petition For My Recall – Senator Natasha

Suspended lawmaker representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has faulted Independent National Electoral Commission for spending too much time before rejecting a petition seeking her recall from the Senate. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA had reported that INEC on Thursday, declared that the petition filed by a political group from Natasha’s district failed to satisfy the provisions […] The post INEC Wasted Too Much Time Before Rejecting Petition For My Recall – Senator Natasha appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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13 h. ago Tinubu Congratulates Teenage Artist Kanyeyachukwu Over Guiness World Record Feat

President Bola Tinubu has extended heartfelt congratulations to Nigerian teenage artist, Kanyeyachukwu Tagbo-Okeke, following his historic feat of creating the largest art canvas in the world, measuring an astonishing 12,303.87 square meters. In a message celebrating the young artist’s Guinness World Record (GWR) achievement, President Tinubu took to his X handle praising Kanyeyachukwu for embodying […]

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14 h. ago Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm

Tribune Online Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm It can be recalled that the multi-billion Naira remodelled Government House was commissioned by the Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, on 18th May 2024. Bauchi govt house: Christian group passes vote of confidence in firm Tribune Online

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